Chicago Cubs Rumors: Lorenzo Cain has three-year offer from the Cubs?

So who is Theo targeting?

With so much talent still available, it’s hard to rule out the Cubs on any given free agent. The Dodgers and Yankees, usually two of the bigger dogs at the bowl, are focused on the luxury tax this winter. That’s not to say they won’t get involved, but things have been quiet on the coasts.

Yu Darvish, Jake Arrieta, Alex Cobb and Greg Holland are all still available. The Cubs, in theory, could use any of the four as we approach 2018. Does a Cain deal indicate the Cubs are buying low in Cobb in hopes of sneaking in under the tax?

Cubs Insider figures the team has around $38-39 million left. Now, I’m not saying Cain and Cobb couldn’t happen. (Evan’s read on this is really worth your time as he breaks it down well). But, at least in my mind, if you give each player $18 million a year, you’re working with pennies as you fill a backup catcher role and any more relief arms.

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After months of literally nothing, things are going to get interesting very soon. One way or another, Chicago figures to be in the middle of it all as they seek another title.