New Tarik Skubal Rumors on Cubs' Pursuit amid Dodgers, Mets Buzz Entering MLB Free Agency

The Chicago Cubs have no plans to enter the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes, according to The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma.

"The Cubs have shown no interest in spending like the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets," Sharma reported. "This winter, one in which labor negotiations muddy the waters for teams and their finances, won't be an exception."

To that end, Chicago won't be willing to meet the cost it will take to sign Skubal, though it "will at least check in on every other free-agent pitcher."

The New York Post's Jon Heyman reported last week the Dodgers and Mets are shaping up to be the most aggressive suitors for the two-time Cy Young Award winner.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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