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Cubs Pursue Zac Gallen Amid Offseason Roster Moves

1/29/2026

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The Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman and traded for Edward Cabrera this offseason.
MLB insider Jon Heyman reported the Cubs are pursuing Zac Gallen, the former All-Star.
Justin Steele is expected to miss the start of the season.
Zac Gallen has a qualifying offer that may complicate negotiations and could strengthen the rotation with Cabrera, Boyd, Horton, and Imanaga to help the Cubs compete in the National League Central.

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The Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman and traded for Edward Cabrera this offseason.
MLB insider Jon Heyman reported the Cubs are pursuing Zac Gallen, the former All-Star.
Justin Steele is expected to miss the start of the season.
Zac Gallen has a qualifying offer that may complicate negotiations and could strengthen the rotation with Cabrera, Boyd, Horton, and Imanaga to help the Cubs compete in the National League Central.