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Despite breakout successes, the Cubs' bullpen will look very different in 2026

The Chicago Cubs are poised for a major bullpen overhaul, with six of the team's major relief pieces set to hit free agency this winter.

Of the Cubs' entire corps of relievers on the National League Division Series Roster, Daniel Palencia is the only man guaranteed to return for the 2026 season. Below is the list of Cubs relievers who will become free agents this offseason.

  • Brad Keller
  • Drew Pomeranz
  • Caleb Thielbar
  • Michael Soroka
  • Taylor Rogers
  • Ryan Brasier

The only exception is veteran Andrew Kittredge, who has a club option worth $9 million for the 2026 season.