When we looked at a list of available hard-throwing relievers who could upgrade the Cubs bullpen, righty Robert Stephenson was right there at the top. Though he doesn’t fit the profile of Jed Hoyer’s usual targets because he’s 31 and should be able to command a multiyear deal coming off of a career-best year, there’s a strong sense that the Cubs are looking to invest more money in relievers. Jon Morosi tweeted Monday that they’re among the teams showing interest in Stephenson, as they damn well should be.
RHP Robert Stephenson has been one of the most popular free-agent relievers this offseason, sources say.