Cubs consider retaining Carson Kelly for 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
The Chicago Cubs are evaluating the possibility of bringing back catcher Carson Kelly for the 2027 season. Kelly, who excelled defensively and had a solid offensive performance in 2026, registered a.258 batting average with 10 home runs over 120 games. With a mutual option for 2027 worth $7.5 million, both Kelly and the Cubs may benefit from another year together, especially given the readiness of young catchers like Miguel Amaya and Owen Ayers. Kelly, at 32, might find returning to the Cubs a favorable choice as he continues his MLB career.
- •Kelly has a mutual option for 2027 at $7.5 million.
- •He recorded a 1.9 bWAR with a.258 average in 2026.
- •Kelly had 10 home runs in 120 games last season.
- •Cubs' young catchers Amaya and Ayers need more development.
- •Kelly is seen as a valuable asset for another season.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — A few thoughts about the Cubs and Carson Kelly
"The Cubs could benefit from another year with Kelly behind the plate.
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