David Peterson Enters Free Agency Following Strong Finish with Cubs

Chicago Cubs left-hander David Peterson enters free agency after a standout second half in 2026. Traded from the Mets to Chicago in June, the 31-year-old recorded a 3.70 ERA with the Cubs, including a sparkling 2.73 ERA and 67 strikeouts across 66 innings after the All-Star break. Peterson has logged at least 105 innings and 1.0 WAR in every season since 2022, projecting for a contract near three years and $33 million.