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'I guess this is the Cubs' version of going all-in': What to make of Chicago's confusing offseason

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The Chicago Cubs have given mixed signals to fans and the baseball world.

Last winter , they fired David Ross and lured Craig Counsell from Milwaukee by making him the highest paid manager ever.

This winter , the team traded for Houston Astros right fielder Kyle Tucker .

The front office has been transparent about what is driving its offseason decisions.

Hoyer: "My own situation is not a concern. I've been in the game for a long time. I'm confident in my abilities and my résumé" Some industry observers believe the Cubs won't sign a megadeal for a player before the next labor agreement is negotiated with the players after the 2026 season .

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