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Cubs Agree to One-Year Deal With Reliever Jacob Webb, 2027 Club Option

The move underscores Chicago's offseason focus on cost-controlled bullpen depth through short-term, incentive-laden contracts.

Aug 30, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob Webb (71) throws a pitch against the Athletics during the seventh inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JUNE 30: A detail view of a glove and a Texas Rangers cap are shown prior to the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Globe Life Field on June 30, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Sep 23, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob Webb (71) throws to the plate during the fifth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Webb’s agreement is reported at $1.5 million guaranteed for 2026 with up to $500,000 in incentives, plus a 2027 club option at $2.5 million with up to $500,000 in incentives.
  • The contract is pending a physical, according to the Associated Press.
  • Webb, 32, posted a 3.00 ERA over 55 appearances for Texas last season and owns a 2.99 career ERA across six MLB seasons with Atlanta, the Angels, Baltimore and Texas.
  • He became a free agent after the Rangers non-tendered him following the 2025 season.
  • The signing continues the Cubs’ bullpen overhaul that has included adding Phil Maton and Hoby Milner and re-signing Caleb Thielbar, with projections placing Webb in a middle-relief role.