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The Rangers have signed Matt Festa to a minor-league contract. (Source: Evan Grant on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Festa's deal includes an invite to spring training, where he will have a chance to compete for a spot on the Rangers' pitching staff. He posted a 5.70 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP in 19 games last season.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs designated Rob Zastryzny for assignment.

Fantasy Impact: Chicago needed to open a roster spot following the acquisition of Ryan Brasier. Zastryzny will likely draw some interest on waivers.

Category: Transactions


Luis Vazquez traded to Orioles

Fri, Jan 31st 2:57pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Cubs traded Luis Vazquez to the Orioles in exchange for cash considerations. (Source: Roch Kubatko on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Vazquez had been designated for assignment by the Cubs earlier this week. He'll add depth in the infield for Baltimore if he earns a spot on the Opening Day roster.

Category: Transactions


Dansby Swanson is expected to be fully healthy heading into spring training. (Source: The Athletic)

Fantasy Impact: Swanson underwent core surgery back in October which had been a nagging issue for him. He is looking to bounce back in what should be a healthier season for him.

Category: Injury Updates


The Cubs signed Trevor Richards to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Richards will compete for a depth role in the Cubs bullpen heading into Opening Day.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs and Kyle Tucker avoided arbitration, agreeing to a one-year, $16.5 million contract. (Source: Jesse Rogers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: It was originally reported that the two sides weren't able to agree to a deal, but they wound up doing so. Tucker will look to keep up his success from Houston with the Cubs.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs re-signed Caleb Knight to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact: Knight will continue to add depth behind the plate for the Cubs organization.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs traded Miles Mastrobuoni to the Seattle Mariners for cash considerations. (Source: Taylor McGregor on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Mastrobuoni was designated for assignment by the Cubs last week. He'll add depth at shortstop for Seattle, but he won't be on the fantasy radar.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs designated Michael Arias for assignment. (Source: Meghan Montemurro on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Arias was let go to make room for the signing of Colin Rea. He will hit the waiver wire where he'll look to garner some interest.

Category: Transactions


Eli Morgan and the Cubs avoided arbitration, agreeing to a one-year, $950,000 contract.

Fantasy Impact: Morgan was acquired from the Guardians back in November. He figures to hold a high-leverage role in the Cubs bullpen.

Category: Transactions


Matt Mervis traded to Miami

Sun, Dec 29th 1:32pm EST
By Jesse Garcia

The Cubs have traded Matt Mervis to the Marlins in exchange for Vidal Brujan. (Source: Jeff Passan on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Mervis was blocked at first base in the Cubs’ organization by Michael Busch. With no clear starter at first base for the Marlins, the 26-year old should have a chance to compete for the starting spot in spring training.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs have traded Cody Bellinger to the Yankees. (Source: Jeff Passan on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Bellinger had been linked to the Yankees for the past few weeks. He has two years remaining on his contract with an opt-out after 2025. He should find himself in center field for the Yankees and in the middle of the lineup, adding a left-handed power bat.

Category: Transactions


Cam Smith traded to Astros

Fri, Dec 13th 2:54pm EST
By Vince DiSilvio

Cam Smith has been traded to the Houston Astros as part of a package sending Kyle Tucker to the Cubs. (Source: Chandler Rome on X)

Fantasy Impact: The 2024 first-round pick heads to Houston following a strong 2024 in the Cubs' minor league system. He is the 73rd overall prospect and becomes the Astros top overall prospect.

Category: Transactions


Hayden Wesneski has been traded to the Houston Astros as part of a package sending Kyle Tucker to the Cubs. (Source: Chandler Rome on X)

Fantasy Impact: Wesneski had an up-and-down season in 2024 as he bounced between the bullpen and starting rotation, ending with a 3.86 ERA in 67 innings. He'll get a fresh start in Houston, likely out of the bullpen.

Category: Transactions


Isaac Paredes has been traded to the Houston Astros as part of a deal sending Kyle Tucker to the Cubs. (Source: Chandler Rome on X)

Fantasy Impact: Paredes heads to Houston to likely replace Alex Bregman as the everyday third baseman. He hit .238 with a .739 OPS between the Rays and Cubs last season.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs signed Brooks Kriske to a minor league deal.

Fantasy Impact: Kriske spent time in Triple-A with the Orioles and Reds organizations. He'll add relief depth for the Cubs next season.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs and Keegan Thompson have agreed to a one-year deal to avoid arbitration. (Source: Maddie Lee on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Thompson was effective for the Cubs last season, posting a 2.67 ERA and a 1.22 WHIP in 24 games. He should compete for a spot in the Cubs' bullpen heading into 2025.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs and Julian Merryweather have agreed to a one-year, $1.225M deal to avoid arbitration. (Source: Jesse Rogers on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Merryweather struggled in limited action last season. He will look to rebound after being limited to just 15 innings due to rib and knee injuries.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs have designated Trey Wingenter for assignment. (Source: Jesse Rogers on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Wingenter will lose his spot on the 40-man roster to clear a spot for Matt Thaiss. The 30-year-old posted a 9.72 ERA and a 2.04 WHIP in seven games last season.

Category: Transactions


The Cubs have designated Patrick Wisdom for assignment. (Source: Jesse Rogers on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Wisdom will lose his spot on the 40-man roster after the Cubs acquired Eli Morgan from the Guardians. The 33-year-old hit .171, with eight home runs, and 23 RBI in 75 games last season.

Category: Transactions