Recently Acquired Chicago Cubs Star Immediately Becomes Free Agent
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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 06: Manager Craig Counsell of the Chicago Cubs looks on from the dugout during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game two of the National League Division Series at American Family Field on October 06, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Chicago Cubs had a strong regular season led by a talented roster.
That said, they got swept by the San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series.
Recently Acquired Chicago Cubs Star Becomes Free Agent
David Peterson #19 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field on September 14, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
MLB.com wrote (on June 25): “New York Mets traded LHP David Peterson to Chicago Cubs for 3B Cole Mathis.”
David Peterson #23 of the New York Mets throws a pitch in the first inning during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on June 21, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
It’s now been announced that Peterson has officially become a free agent.
He will be available to sign with any team in the MLB this winter.