This is just step one of what can be a weird couple of weeks for the Chicago Cubs generational talent. But, today is a day to celebrate. The Cubs and Kris Bryant have agreed to terms on a one year deal avoiding salary arbitration.
Bryant agreed to $18.6 million for the 2020 season. It wad estimated that he and the Cubs would agree to $18.5 million. He will likely have one more arbitration eligible season in 2021, unless his grievance surprisingly goes the other way.
Third baseman Kris Bryant and the Chicago Cubs have settled on a one-year, $18.6 million deal, a source familiar with the agreement tells ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 10, 2020
There is also the possibility of the Cubs trading Bryant. This will likely become a hotter topic after there is a final answer on his grievance, which is expected soon.
