Overview

• The 30-year-old posted a 2.07 ERA over 69 2/3 innings with 25 holds and three saves, then allowed one run in 5 2/3 postseason innings.
• “Chicago is my favorite city… I would love to be a part of it,” Keller said, expressing a clear preference to re-sign if the opportunity arises.
• He reaches the open market after joining the Cubs on a one-year, $1.5 million minor-league deal last winter and earning a high-leverage role.
• Recent multi-year contracts for relievers with short but strong résumés indicate Keller could draw multi-year offers, though teams may weigh the single-season sample.
• The Cubs have avoided multi-year reliever pacts under Jed Hoyer, yet RosterResource projects ample payroll room for 2026 following a $206 million 2025 outlay and $136 million currently committed.