The Chicago Cubs front office is still looking to add any arms they find suitable to join the pitching staff with the team already in camp. After having a strong overall season in 2024, the starting rotation will be leaned on heavily once again as the organization looks to chase down the NL Central crown for the first time in five years.
The bullpen has been a major point of emphasis for the organization this offseason, and they’ve addressed it in the ways that they have needed to. Matthew Boyd and Colin Rea have joined the starting rotation already this offseason on short-term deals.
Jed Hoyer is known for inking as many minor league deals as possible once camp gets underway and that will be something to pay attention to over the next couple of weeks. Another arm was brought aboard on a minor league deal Monday night, and he won’t have to move too far if he makes the Cubs Opening Day roster.
Chicago Cubs sign Chris Flexen to a minor league deal
The Cubs and Chris Flexen officially agreed to terms on a minor league contract ahead of the 2025 season. He spent the 2024 campaign with the White Sox where he made 30 starts in 33 total appearances. Flexen finished the year with a 3-15 record and a 4.95 ERA on the worst team in the modern era. His 160.0 innings tossed proved that he can be a reliable option and durable when needed.
Flexen’s best season at the big league level came in 2021 with the Mariners. He posted a 14-6 record with a 3.61 ERA in 31 starts. Flexen threw 179.2 frames that season and finished with a solid 1.25 WHIP. The veteran will serve as depth for the Cubs as Spring Training gets into full swing and he will definitely receive opportunities to prove himself to Craig Counsell’s staff.
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