The Chicago Cubs have officially added veteran right-handed reliever Phil Maton to strengthen their bullpen! In this breaking-news episode, we dive into everything Cubs fans need to know — including Maton’s 2025 stats, how he fits into Chicago’s pitching strategy, and what this move means for the Cubs’ future.

Maton is coming off an impressive 2025 season, posting a 2.79 ERA, 81 strikeouts, and a 1.06 WHIP across 63 appearances. After splitting time with the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers, the veteran setup man now brings his cutter-curveball mix and late-inning poise to Wrigley Field.

We break down:
✔️ Why the Cubs targeted Phil Maton
✔️ How he immediately improves the late-inning bullpen
✔️ What role he’s expected to play in 2026
✔️ How his 2025 performance projects with Chicago
✔️ What this signing says about the Cubs’ offseason strategy

Whether you’re a lifelong Cubs fan or an MLB news junkie, this episode gives you the full scouting report and roster impact analysis.