When the Chicago Cubs popped up as a potential suitor for Los Angeles Angels' slugging outfielder Jo Adell, it was a reminder that while the Cubs feel comfortable with Owen Caissie having an extended runway in 2026, they likely wouldn't be opposed to the idea of adding a right-handed outfielder with pop to provide some balance for the roster. The Texas Rangers may have just given the Cubs an intriguing option to consider.
Faced with a payroll crunch, the Rangers took the cost-cutting measures in non-tendering outfielder Adolis Garcia and catcher Jonah Heim.
If this were last offseason or the one before, the Cubs undoubtedly would have an interest in Heim, but for now, their catching situation appears to be settled.