Cubs Sign Second Baseman Nico Hoerner to 6-Year Deal

The $141 million contract establishes Hoerner as a key player for the franchise.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:20pm

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The Chicago Cubs have finalized a new 6-year, $141 million contract with second baseman Nico Hoerner, locking him in as a core player for the team. The deal is the fourth-largest ever for a second baseman.

Why it matters

Hoerner has emerged as one of the top young second basemen in baseball, competing with the Padres' Kim Ha-seong for the Gold Glove award. Securing him long-term is a major move for the rebuilding Cubs as they look to return to contention.

The details

The 6-year, $141 million contract will keep Hoerner in Chicago through the 2028 season. The 25-year-old has been a steady presence in the Cubs' lineup since debuting in 2019, batting .281 with 24 home runs and 108 RBIs over his first four MLB seasons.

  • Hoerner and the Cubs finalized the contract on March 29, 2026.

The players

Nico Hoerner

A 25-year-old second baseman who has emerged as a core player for the Chicago Cubs.

Kim Ha-seong

A second baseman for the San Diego Padres who competed with Hoerner for the Gold Glove award.

Chicago Cubs

The Major League Baseball team that Hoerner plays for, based in Chicago, Illinois.

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What they’re saying

“Nico Hoerner has been a key part of our team and we're excited to have him as a Cub for the long term.”

— Jed Hoyer, Cubs President of Baseball Operations

What’s next

The Cubs will look to build around Hoerner as they aim to return to the playoffs in the coming seasons.

The takeaway

Locking up Hoerner on a long-term deal shows the Cubs' commitment to building around their young core as they look to rebound from a down period and compete for championships again.