Jason Heyward switched sides in one of the game's most heated rivalries, leaving the St. Louis Cardinals to sign an eight-year, $184 million contract with the Chicago Cubs, a mega-deal that shakes up the National League Central and continues the Cubs' aggressive efforts to win a World Series.
A person with direct knowledge of the negotiations told USA TODAY Sports that Heyward has agreed to terms with the Cubs. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the agreement has not yet been finalized.
His addition gives the Cubs a premier defensive outfielder, though for now, Heyward will be slated to play center field when he's typically more suited for a corner position.