The Chicago Cubs went out of their comfort zone to start their offseason moves of consequence, signing veteran relief pitcher Phil Maton to a two-year deal. Jed Hoyer and Co. haven't made a habit of signing veteran relief pitchers to two-year deals, but considering the overhaul that was needed for the bullpen, it makes sense for the team to deviate from their strategy for Maton.
While Maton doesn't have the high velocity you would come to expect with a pitcher who struck out over 32% of the hitters he faced last season, he features some of the best movement of any veteran relief pitcher in baseball.