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Chicago Cubs news — Counsell, Hoyer, Happ

Following a swift postseason exit against San Diego in the wild-card round, the Chicago Cubs front office is turning its attention toward the upcoming offseason. Club president Jed Hoyer addressed reporters during his end-of-year press conference to accept responsibility for bullpen deficiencies and outline the necessity of upgrading pitching depth before the 2027 campaign.

Simultaneously, roster construction faces further hurdles with twelve players eligible for arbitration and outfielder Ian Happ approaching unrestricted free agency as his current deal expires. Team leadership indicated that World Series aspirations remain intact for future seasons despite the recent disappointment.

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