Chicago Cubs: Ian Happ reveals sole focus as he heads into final contract year
The Chicago Cubs have a very young and talented roster. This is, of course, a great thing for fans as it ensures that the team will remain competitive for years to come. However, the presence of veterans on the team is very important, and one of their more-respected leaders is outfielder Ian Happ.
The winner of the NL Gold Glove in left field for four consecutive seasons, Happ is considered one of the best defensive outfielders in the game. Additionally, he has hit 20+ home runs in four of the last five seasons, including each of the last three.
2026 is the final year of his contract with Chicago, and given how highly regarded he is around the league, Happ is sure to generate a lot of interest on the free agent market. But he is not thinking about that.
Ian Happ is focused on winning with the Chicago Cubs
When MLB players enter their final contract year, they sometimes focus on their individual performance. They hope, of course, that they will have their best season so that they can cash in once they hit free agency.
But Happ is not thinking about himself. As he told The Athletic, all he is thinking about is this team in this moment:
“The focus is just so much on this group. Both enjoying it and playing really good baseball together. It makes it a lot easier when you’re on a good team that’s going to compete that that can be the main focus.”
When asked if he will ask the front office about a possible contract extension this year, Happ replied:
“It’s hard because they’re focused on this year and winning as well. If their mind isn’t in that place — I want their focus to be on winning this year, and my focus to be on winning this year. So let’s do that.”
That is not to say that he has not given any thought to the possibility of not coming back next year. However, he also told The Athletic that, no matter where he goes, he will always come back to Chicago.
As Cubs fans, and baseball fans are well-aware, though, there is a high possibility that there is no “next year.” With a lockout looming as the CBA expires, there may not be a season in 2027.
In that case, what happens with Happ, and all other free agents next winter, will be very interesting to watch.
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