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Dansby Swanson agrees to 7-year deal with Cubs, per report

It appears that for the second straight season, the Atlanta Braves have lost another key player to free agency. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports that Dansby Swanson is finalizing an agreement with the Chicago Cubs.

BREAKING: Shortstop Dansby Swanson and the Chicago Cubs are finalizing an agreement on a contract, sources tell ESPN.

— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 17, 2022

The deal is for a reported seven-years and $177 million per Bally Sports Russell Dorsey.

Swanson’s deal is a seven-year deal worth $177 million and includes a full no-trade clause, sources tell @BallySports and @Stadium.