Farewell, Keegan Thompson.
The long-time up-down Chicago Cubs righty is off to join the Cincinnati Reds organization on a big league deal:
The #Reds today signed RHP Keegan Thompson to a one-year Major League contract through the 2026 season. Welcome to Reds Country, Keegan‼️ pic.twitter.com/n1B1KsXYkT — Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) November 4, 2025
Consider that your reminder that, in addition to big league free agency, minor league free agency also began this week. Furthermor...
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From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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From Bluebird Banter
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