Bleed Cubbie Blue · Feb 18, 2025
The Cubs are signing Justin Turner
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There had been rumors flying for a couple of weeks that the Cubs were interested in signing free agent infielder Justin Turner.
Now, per Patrick Mooney of The Athletic, they are about to do so:
The Chicago Cubs are close to an agreement with Justin Turner, a source briefed on the negotiations told The Athletic. Turner, 40, is a highly accomplished hitter who wants to play in Chicago and will bring extensive playoff experience to the club.