Maton secures a two-year, $14.5 million deal, bolstering the Cubs' bullpen with his high-leverage skills and impressive strikeout potential.

The Chicago Cubs beefed up their bullpen with the signing of veteran reliever Phil Maton to a two-year contract on Wednesday.

Jed Hoyer and the Chicago Cubs front office are charged with trying to reload a bullpen that returns only Daniel Palencia from its high-leverage arms.

Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports that the two-year contract is worth a guaranteed $14.5 million, with a club option in 2028. Heyman also reports that there is a 250K incentive each year based upon how many appearances Phil Maton makes. More MLB on Heavy: Cubs Trade Idea That Lands Twins’ All-Star Starter Includes Outfielder Owen Caissie

The Chicago Cubs' acquisition of Phil Maton on a two-year, $14.5 million deal marked the first move in what's sure to be a busy offseason when it comes to rebui

The Diamondbacks have brought back catcher James McCann on a one-year deal, the club announced. The veteran was a free agent until March 21 last season and signed with the Braves, only to be released on June 22 and then sign with the Diamondbacks the following day.

The Chicago Cubs are rumored to have signed Phil Maton, who might not be the only late-inning arm they add this winter.

Signing Phil Maton was the first piece of the Chicago Cubs solving their current bullpen puzzle. With Brad Keller, Drew Pomeranz, Caleb Thielbar, Ryan Brasier,