Imanaga has officially accepted his Qualifying Offer, returning to the Cubs on a 1-year, $22 million deal. We dive into what this means for the rotation, whether this signals a bigger offseason plan, and how Imanaga’s 2024 performance sets the tone for a major comeback year.

We also cover the growing buzz around the Cubs’ offseason strategy as Kyle Tucker declines his qualifying offer, officially hitting free agency. With this news, rumors are heating up that the Cubs are prepared to go ALL IN on superstar third baseman Alex Bregman. Could Chicago pull off one of the biggest splashes of the offseason?

Plus — we ask the big question: Can the Cubs rebound after last year’s late-season collapse? We look at key stats, roster needs, and how aggressive Jed Hoyer might be in reshaping this team for 2026.