CHICAGO (AP) — All-Star shortstop Dansby Swanson is joining the Chicago Cubs, finalizing a $177 million, seven-year contract on Wednesday.
The addition of Swanson is the biggest of three major moves by the Cubs since the end of the season. Right-hander Jameson Taillon signed a four-year contract worth roughly $68 million, and 2019 NL MVP Cody Bellinger got a $17.5 million, one-year deal.
With Swanson in the fold, Nico Hoerner likely moves from shortstop to second base. When coupled with Bellinger in center, the Cubs should be one of the majors’ best teams when it comes to up-the-middle defense.