BREAKING: Chicago Cubs Extend Outfielder To Multi-Year Deal

Another extension for the Chicago Cubs.

The Chicago Cubs have locked in one of their key players, Ian Happ, for the next few years with a new contract extension worth $61 million. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation reports that Happ, who was in the final year of his previous contract, will receive $10.9 million this season before the extension takes effect from 2024 and runs for three years with no options.

Cubs close to extension with Ian Happ, source tells @TheAthletic. First to report progress: @Michael_Cerami.

— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) April 12, 2023

Happ, a 28-year-old outfielder, has been a consistent performer for the Cubs since making his debut in 2017.

He's off to a strong start this season, slashing .314/.467/.514, with a home run and six RBIs in 10 games played.

The Cubs drafted Happ ninth overall in 2015, and he's since earned an All-Star selection and a Gold Glove award. Over his seven-year career, Happ holds a respectable .250/.341/.461 triple-slash line, 105 home runs, 314 RBIs, 38 stolen bases, and 312 runs scored across 688 games played.

HELLO: The Chicago Cubs and Ian Happ Are Making Progress on an Extensionhttps://t.co/7zepTPlIig pic.twitter.com/sdUMhVWcjT

— Bleacher Nation (@BleacherNation) April 12, 2023

Happ posted career highs in batting average (.271), RBIs (72), stolen bases (9), runs scored (72), and games played (158) in 2022. 

This extension comes after a busy offseason for the Cubs, during which they made several significant signings, including Dansby Swanson's seven-year, $177 million contract.

With a 6-4 record to start the season, the Cubs will be hoping that Happ's continued presence in the team will help drive them to success over the coming years. Photo Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports