Cubs finalizing a deal with veteran first baseman Carlos Santana

ARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 22: Carlos Santana #41 of the Cleveland Guardians doubles against the Texas Rangers during the second inning at Globe Life Field on August 22, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.Ron Jenkins/Getty

DENVER – The Cubs are finalizing a deal to sign veteran first baseman Carlos Santana, sources confirmed Sunday morning.

The Guardians released Santana, 39, this past week, giving him a chance to land with a playoff contender. Players within the organization by the end of the day on Aug. 31 are playoff eligible. Active rosters expand to 28 spots on Sept. 1.

Santana, a staple with Cleveland for over a decade, signed with the team this past offseason on a one-year, $12 million contract, for…