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SB Nation Offseason Simulation: The fake 2024 Cubs

Each November, the SB Nation sites get together and fly through the entire baseball offseason in two days with our annual offseason simulation. What follows is an annotated summary of deals, signings, and discussions. Enjoy!

In prior years, the simulation goals have been easy: supplement the roster to win the World Series and try to stay under the salary cap luxury tax limit while doing so OR trade everything that moves while slashing payroll. This year, thankfully, fell into the former category. My goals:

  • Stay Under the Luxury Tax Line.