Kris Bubic Emerges as High-Upside Free Agent Pitching Target

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Kris Bubic enters free agency as an intriguing target after returning from forearm and shoulder injuries to pitch in the 2026 postseason. The 29-year-old registered a 3.76 ERA, 3.54 FIP, and a 25% strikeout rate over 14 games (nine starts) in 2026. Across 217.2 innings pitched since 2023, Bubic holds a 2.98 ERA and 227 strikeouts, positioning him for a potential 1+1 contract.