Cubs Sign Second Baseman Nico Hoerner to Six-Year Extension

The deal keeps the 29-year-old in Chicago through 2032 season.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 1:03am

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The Chicago Cubs have signed second baseman Nico Hoerner to a six-year contract extension, keeping him with the team through the 2032 season. Hoerner, who turns 29 in May, was previously expected to enter free agency after this season but will now remain a key part of the Cubs' lineup long-term.

Why it matters

Hoerner's extension is part of the Cubs' efforts to lock up their core young players, including outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and shortstop Dansby Swanson. Keeping Hoerner, a two-time Gold Glove winner, provides stability and continuity for the Cubs as they look to build a contending team in the coming years.

The details

The exact financial terms of Hoerner's extension are still unknown, but it will keep him in Chicago until his age-35 season. Hoerner is coming off a career year in 2025, posting a .297 batting average, .345 on-base percentage, and 6.2 WAR. Cubs manager Craig Counsell believes Hoerner can continue to improve, especially in driving the ball more consistently.

  • Hoerner, 28, was previously expected to enter free agency after the 2026 season.
  • The extension was agreed to on March 27, 2026.

The players

Nico Hoerner

A 29-year-old second baseman who has spent his entire MLB career with the Chicago Cubs, earning two Gold Glove awards.

Craig Counsell

The current manager of the Chicago Cubs, who believes Hoerner can continue to improve and be an even better player.

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What they’re saying

“I love our chances right now, I love that we're in a place where we have a lot of people that are very consistent and a lot of people that have high upside. When you combine that with experience, it's a special thing, and I think our group is in a really strong place.”

— Nico Hoerner

“Nico can grow, I think Nico can be better, and I really am optimistic he's going to be better. Nico still has the ability to drive the ball a little more, and that's in a good place and really ready to show up.”

— Craig Counsell, Cubs Manager

What’s next

The Cubs will look to build on their core of young talent as they aim to return to the playoffs in the coming seasons.

The takeaway

The Cubs' extension of Nico Hoerner demonstrates their commitment to retaining their homegrown talent and building a contending team for the long term, providing stability and continuity as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season.