Summary
Dylan Cease, a pitcher for the San Diego Padres, is expected to become a free agent after the current baseball season ends. Analysts predict that Cease will join the Chicago Cubs due to his free agent status and the Cubs' need for a strong right-handed pitcher.
Key Facts
- Dylan Cease is currently a starting pitcher for the San Diego Padres.
- Cease is expected to become a free agent when the season finishes.
- Sports Illustrated writer Jackson Roberts predicts Cease will sign with the Chicago Cubs.
- Cease has a 4.59 ERA (earned run average) this season.
- He is the only pitcher to record at least 200 strikeouts in each of the past five seasons.
- Financial constraints might prevent the Padres from keeping Cease.
- The Cubs need a right-handed starting pitcher to strengthen their team.
- The Cubs' current rotation includes Justin Steele, Shota Imanaga, Jameson Taillon, and rookie Cade Horton.
