Marcus Stroman signing with the Cubs; source: Marcus Stroman
Marcus Stroman was the first to report that he had signed with the Cubs.
At 6:52 p.m. ET Wednesday, the pitcher tweeted “Chicago!” and tag the group to announce his move. In a later tweet, he shared his excitement about playing in Chicago and expressed support for the Cubs’ fan base.
Chicago has always been one of my favorite cities. Culture and passion are everywhere. Beyond the excitement of being greeted in front of one of the best fan bases in all of sports. Thank you to everyone in the city for the warm welcome. I can feel it. Let’s get to work together! @Cubs
– Marcus Stroman (@ STR0) December 1, 2021
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Stroman also tweeted that Wrigley Field is the only MLB stadium he hasn’t been to. He then interacted with the commenters.
Wrigley Field is the only major league stadium I’ve never played in in my career. Cazy. Can’t wait to call it home! @Cubs
– Marcus Stroman (@ STR0) December 1, 2021
Thank you my dawg. See you soon to play. Right after my son was born!
– Marcus Stroman (@ STR0) December 2, 2021
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At 8:20 p.m. ET, the Cubs announced that they had signed Stroman. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that the free agent’s right-hand man has agreed to a three-year, $71 million deal that includes an opt-out option after the 2023 season. The contract also includes escalators based on innings could increase the total value of the contract by $75 million, Passan reported.
Marcus Stroman has signed a three-year, $71 million deal with the Chicago Cubs, which includes the option to opt out after the second season, sources told ESPN. He will make $25 million in 2022, $25 million in 2023 and $21 million in 2024. It includes 2 million escalators for 160 IPs in 22 and 23.
– Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 2, 2021
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The 30-year-old Stroman spent the 2021 season with the Mets. He compiled a 3.02 ERA over 179 turns in 33 starts. In 2019, he represented the Blue Jays in the All-Star game; Less than three weeks later, Toronto traded him for New York. He won his first Golden Glove in 2017.