Cubs Sign Matthew Boyd to Boost Rotation

The Chicago Cubs have signed left-handed pitcher Matthew Boyd to a two-year, $29 million contract, with an additional $1 million in performance bonuses. Boyd, who recently played for the Cleveland Guardians, returned from Tommy John surgery in 2024 and posted a 2.72 ERA over 39 2/3 innings, proving to be a valuable asset in the postseason. The 33-year-old has previously played for the Toronto Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers, Seattle Mariners, and Guardians during his 10-year MLB career. Boyd is expected to strengthen the Cubs' rotation alongside fellow lefties Shota Imanaga and Justin Steele, as well as right-handers Jameson Taillon and Javier Assad. Despite interest from the Guardians to retain Boyd, he opted to join the Cubs where he will bring veteran experience and leadership. The deal underscores the Cubs' strategy to enhance their pitching depth ahead of the 2025 season.