(670 The Score) The Cubs non-tendered Kyle Schwarber on Wednesday, making him a free agent for the first time in his career.
What comes next is unclear. While the Cubs have left open the possibility of the 27-year-old Schwarber returning on a deal that pays him less annually than the $8 million or $9 million he was projected to make in arbitration, the breakup is a strong signal that Schwarber will move on to another team. If this is it for Schwarber with the Cubs, he wanted to make sure to thank the fans for their support, which he did in a note posted to Twitter on Thursday.
“Chicago … from being drafted, to playoffs 5 out of 6 years, to being a World Series champion! I want to thank all the fans for the overwhelming support these past 7 years of being in the organization,” Schwarber wrote. “It never got old running out to left and being able to give you guys a salute. It really is different at Wrigley. It was an absolute pleasure to get out there and grind with the fellas for you guys and I’m forever grateful for my teammates, coaches, staff and the fans. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart! Until we meet again. 12”