MLB Insider reports Chicago Cubs have signed former Rookie of the Year Michael Fulmer: "Michael Fulmer in agreement with Cubs"

The Chicago Cubs have reportedly agreed to terms with Michael Fulmer, adding him to their pitching staff for the 2023 season. Fulmer made his MLB debut in 2016 with the Detroit Tigers, where he won the Rookie of the Year award. He also has an All-Star selection to his name.

The Cubs have been taking steps towards bolstering their roster all off-season. Dansby Swanson is the biggest signing the Cubs have made, but less flashy signings like this could prove to be just as important. Especially if Fulmer is able to perform at the same level he did in 2022, pitching for an ERA of 3.39.

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic was the first to report via Twitter that Fulmer and the Cubs had agreed to terms.

"Free-agent right-hander Michael Fulmer in agreement with Cubs" - Ken Rosenthal

The Chicago Cubs finished a disappointing third in the National League Central last year and will look to improve on that mark in 2023.

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If everything breaks their way, it is possible that the Cubs will be battling for a playoff spot at the end of the season. They have made some solid additions to the lineup and are a well-rounded team.

Adding Swanson from the Atlanta Braves was a huge get for the Cubs. He is one of the best shortstops in the MLB, as this YouTube highlight package shows.

The Cubs are entering 2023 with a lot of hope after some good moves. Only time will tell how these moves will play out in the long run.