{"id":5714,"date":"2026-06-09T01:28:59","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T00:28:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breakingnews.drinkfood.info\/?p=5714"},"modified":"2026-06-09T01:28:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T00:28:59","slug":"%f0%9f%9a%a8-bombshell-jeff-passan-reportedly-confirms-the-cubs-are-finalizing-a-24-million-blockbuster-for-a-two-time-all-star-third-baseman-with-100-career-home-runs-the-kind-of-elite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breakingnews.drinkfood.info\/?p=5714","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udea8 BOMBSHELL : Jeff Passan reportedly confirms the Cubs are finalizing a $24 million blockbuster for a two-time All-Star third baseman with 100+ career home runs \u2014 the kind of elite, game-wrecking power Chicago has been begging for in the heart of its lineup, a move that could make Wrigley feel dangerous again \ud83d\udc47\ud83d\udc47\ud83d\udc47"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"1\"><strong data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">CHICAGO, Illinois<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 The Chicago Cubs are reportedly moving closer to one of the most explosive offensive additions of their season, finalizing a blockbuster $24 million deal for superstar third baseman\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"202\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>, who has officially emerged as one of the most feared bats in modern baseball.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"2\">According to league buzz surrounding ESPN MLB insider\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"54\">Jeff Passan\u2019s<\/strong>\u00a0latest bombshell update, Chicago has emerged as the absolute front-runner for the dominant, two-time consecutive All-Star slugger. Passan specifically identified\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"230\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u00a0as the perfect fit for Chicago\u2019s current roster needs, adding a devastating right-handed bat to cure the offensive slumps on the North Side.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">For the Cubs, this would not be a quiet depth move.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">This would be a statement.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">Chicago has spent seasons navigating the transition between rebuilding a highly competitive core and making a deep run into October. Adding a proven infielder like\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"164\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u2014who just recently crushed his historic 100th career Home Run and boasts a proven 30+ home run season on his r\u00e9sum\u00e9\u2014would signal that President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer and the front office are ready to fully capitalize on their championship window.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\">The $24 million structure is viewed as a high-upside veteran investment. It gives the Cubs a recognizable, game-changing weapon at third base without forcing the franchise into a crippling, long-term financial commitment that compromises future payroll flexibility.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\">That kind of deal makes perfect sense for a team under pressure to win now.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\">The incoming star,\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"19\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>, brings elite pull-side power, clinical plate discipline, and a long history of crushing high-leverage pitching. Even with questions about historical defensive consistency at the hot corner, his bat carries serious weight across the league as a premier, middle-of-the-order run-producer.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\">When locked in, he remains the type of hitter who can change an entire opponent&#8217;s pitching strategy before the first pitch is even thrown.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10\">That is exactly why Chicago is interested.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\">The Cubs already have explosive young talent across the diamond, but the lineup has desperately lacked a secondary, elite right-handed power source to protect the heart of their order. Inserting a weapon of\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"207\">Isaac Paredes&#8217;<\/strong>\u00a0caliber into the everyday lineup would completely eliminate an opposing manager&#8217;s ability to navigate easily through the middle of Chicago&#8217;s batting order.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12\">This dynamic infielder could become that piece.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13\">His ability to launch game-changing home runs, draw critical walks, and collapse pitching schemes would give Chicago another elite weapon in late-inning situations.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\">For a team that plays under constant national attention and microscopic media scrutiny, those moments matter more than anything.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">Manager Craig Counsell understands the immense pressure that comes with leading the Cubs. Every move is judged loudly by a passionate fanbase, every slump is magnified under the Chicago media spotlight, and every season is measured solely by whether they are playing deep into the postseason.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16\">Adding this powerhouse bat in\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"30\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u00a0would show that Chicago is not waiting for internal improvements to happen naturally.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17\">The Cubs are attacking the market.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"18\">The pairing of this All-Star infielder with Chicago\u2019s existing stars could create major nightmares for opposing pitching staffs. Managers would be forced to pitch aggressively to the rest of the lineup, knowing a dangerous slugger like\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"236\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u00a0with proven elite power is waiting on deck to punish any single mistake over the walls at Wrigley Field.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19\">That kind of relentless offensive pressure can change everything.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20\">It can spark massive rallies.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"21\">It can protect early leads.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"22\">It can turn tight NL Central divisional battles into statement wins.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"23\">For Chicago, this potential signing would also carry massive symbolic weight. Cubs fans have heard plenty of talk about building a sustainable contender and roster development. Now, the front office appears ready to back that talk with a serious, aggressive move.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"24\">The $24 million price tag reflects the premium value of modern infield power. Proven sluggers like\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"99\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u00a0rarely come cheap, especially when they offer immediate name recognition, postseason experience, and game-changing upside.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25\">But for the Cubs, the risk is absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"26\">Chicago does not need\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"22\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u00a0to carry the entire franchise alone. The Cubs need him to bring another layer of fear, another source of explosive power, and another dependable bat to anchor the infield alongside\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"217\">Pete Crow-Armstrong<\/strong>\u00a0and the rest of the defense.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"27\">That is where his value could become enormous.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"28\">Wrigley Field could soon feature a lineup with a much sharper edge. If the multi-time All-Star arrives and continues his hot-hitting form, Chicago\u2019s batting order could immediately become the most talked-about unit in the National League.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"29\">The ripple effect would be felt across the entire roster.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"30\">A stronger offense means more run support for\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"30\" data-index-in-node=\"46\">Shota Imanaga<\/strong>\u00a0and the pitching staff. More runs mean less stress on the bullpen. Less stress means more chances for the Cubs to dominate games instead of playing from behind.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"31\">That balance is what serious contenders are built on.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"32\">For years, Chicago has had talent.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"33\">Now, the question is whether the Cubs can finally turn that elite talent into absolute postseason dominance.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"34\">This move would not answer everything by itself, but it would make the message clear.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"35\">The Cubs are not satisfied with being interesting.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"36\">They are not satisfied with being popular.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"37\">They are not satisfied with being close.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"38\">They want to be dangerous.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"39\">If this $24 million deal is completed, Chicago will have added one of the biggest available offensive names on the market and placed even more pressure on the rest of the league.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"40\">For Cubs fans, that is exactly the kind of aggressive move they have been waiting for.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"41\">The historic ivy-covered walls already bring heavy attention.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"42\">Now, with\u00a0<strong data-path-to-node=\"42\" data-index-in-node=\"10\">Isaac Paredes<\/strong>\u00a0potentially joining the infield, the Cubs may finally have another elite weapon capable of turning high pressure into pure fear.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CHICAGO, Illinois\u00a0\u2014 The Chicago Cubs are reportedly moving closer to one of the most explosive offensive additions of their season, finalizing a blockbuster $24 million deal for&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":5715,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5714","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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