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Predicting the Cubs’ 2026 lineup is already a frustrating guessing game

The Chicago Cubs' playoff run has come to an end, and the front office is in the early stages of mapping out the months ahead. Of course, all eyes will be on the status of Kyle Tucker, who is set to become a free agent upon the conclusion of the World Series. The overwhelming expectation is that he will not be back with the Cubs, but that opens the door to some significant lineup questions.

It's not an ideal position to be in, considering the other top hitters on the free-agent market are Alex Bregman and Kyle Schwarber.