⚾ STRATEGIC MOVE BY THE CUBS: The Chicago Cubs have officially extended qualifying offers to stars Kyle Tucker and Shota Imanaga, securing compensation draft picks should either player walk in free agency. The move signals that Chicago intends to keep its core intact — or, at the very least, get valuable assets in return. As front-office insiders describe it, this is the “chessboard phase” of the offseason, where every offer could shift the balance of the Cubs’ 2026 roster.

The Chicago Cubs extended qualifying offers to outfielder Kyle Tucker and left-hander Shota Imanaga before Thursday’s 4 p.m. deadline.

💰 BLOCKBUSTER PREDICTION: The Yankees are predicted to chase a $350 million World Series champion and 4-time All-Star — insiders say this move could even shift Aaron Judge’s role in the lineup!

The Yankees may land a huge deal that forces Aaron Judge to another position change.

💥 MONEY ON THE LINE: Cubs four-time All-Star Kyle Tucker gets a $427 million contract update from MLB insiders ahead of free agency — a deal that could blow up the market.

Tucker is going to get PAID this offseason.

MLB insider reveals Red Sox are ‘well-positioned’ to acquire Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal this offseason

This is good news for the Red Sox.

These MLB stars could be risking everything by entering free agency

Some MLB players are facing tough option decisions that could shift rosters, payrolls and playoff hopes heading into 2026.

MLB Rumors roundup for stars on FanSided’s big board: Tucker, Schwarber and chaos

The MLB offseason is upon us. Yes, the turnaround really is that quick. What do we know about Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber, Bo Bichette and Alex Bregman? There’s plenty of buzz already.

Yankees offered Jasson Dominguez to Twins for now-Phillies closer Jhoan Duran

Jasson Dominguez was a trade chip for the Yankees at the 2025 MLB trade deadline.

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Schwarber, Harper, Tucker, Hoerner

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Yankees seen as a potential frontrunner for $427 million four-time All-Star, Cody Bellinger replacement

This would lock down an outfield spot for the next decade.

Yankees seen as a potential frontrunner for $427 million four-time All-Star, Cody Bellinger replacement

This would lock down an outfield spot for the next decade.