Cubs predicted to be among frontrunners to land projected $174M star

The Chicago Cubs are well-positioned to make a significant move this offseason. After finishing with 83 wins in 2024, the team has a solid foundation and the opportunity to enhance its roster further this winter. One area reportedly under consideration is first base, with some of the league’s top free agents available.

 

Among the most notable options is New York Mets star Pete Alonso, one of baseball’s premier power hitters. Over the last six seasons, Alonso has hit 226 home runs, including during the shortened 2020 campaign. His consistent slugging makes him a game-changing addition for any team, and analysts like Zach Pressnell from *Newsweek* have highlighted the Cubs as a potential destination.

 

“The Cubs have been linked to Alonso since early June,” Pressnell noted. “Adding a big slugger at first base would give Chicago flexibility with players like Michael Busch and provide a major offensive boost.”

 

Bringing Alonso to Chicago could be a transformative move for the Cubs, aligning with their win-now approach under new manager Craig Counsell. Securing Alonso would not only elevate the team’s offensive firepower but also signal their commitment to competing at the highest level. Missing out on such a talent, many argue, would be a missed opportunity for the franchise.