Cubs Lock Up Nico Hoerner with Six-Year, $141M Extension

The deal keeps the Gold Glove second baseman in Chicago through 2032.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 5:33pm

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The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a six-year, $141 million contract extension with second baseman Nico Hoerner, locking up one of their young stars through the 2032 season. The deal includes some deferred payments and is the fourth-largest contract ever for a primary second baseman in MLB history.

Why it matters

Hoerner has emerged as a key part of the Cubs' future, winning two Gold Glove Awards and establishing himself as one of the best defensive second basemen in the game. Keeping him in Chicago long-term is a major win for the franchise as they look to build a contender around their young core.

The details

The extension will kick in after the 2026 season and run through 2032. According to reports, the deal includes some deferred payments as part of the $141 million total. Hoerner, 24, has already established himself as an elite defensive player, winning two Gold Glove Awards. He's also a strong hitter, batting .302 with a .374 on-base percentage over his first three MLB seasons.

  • The extension was announced on March 28, 2026, just after the Cubs' season-opening loss to the Washington Nationals.
  • The deal will keep Hoerner in Chicago through the 2032 season.

The players

Nico Hoerner

A 24-year-old second baseman for the Chicago Cubs, known for his elite defense and strong hitting ability. He has won two Gold Glove Awards and is considered a key part of the Cubs' future.

Pete Crow-Armstrong

A budding superstar outfielder for the Chicago Cubs who recently signed a long-term extension with the team.

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What they’re saying

“Keeping Nico Hoerner in Chicago long-term is a huge win for the franchise. He's one of the best defensive second basemen in the game and a key part of our future.”

— Jed Hoyer, President of Baseball Operations, Chicago Cubs

What’s next

The Cubs will look to build around their young core of Hoerner, Crow-Armstrong, and others as they aim to return to the playoffs in the coming seasons.

The takeaway

The Cubs have made a significant investment in their future by locking up Nico Hoerner, one of the best defensive second basemen in baseball, to a long-term extension. This deal, along with the recent extension for outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, signals the team's commitment to building a contender around their young talent.