Overview
- Suzuki told reporters he hopes to remain with the Cubs if he performs to expectations, citing comments relayed by the Chicago Sun-Times and ESPN.
- He has not signed an extension and is set to reach unrestricted free agency after the season absent a new deal.
- The 31-year-old is coming off a 2025 breakout with career highs of 151 games, 32 home runs and 103 RBIs, earning down-ballot MVP consideration.
- Chicago raised its contention outlook this winter by acquiring starter Edward Cabrera and signing third baseman Alex Bregman.
- Cubs executive Jed Hoyer described Suzuki’s 2025 as featuring “high highs and low lows” and lauded his late-season impact, while observers still note defensive questions.