This is major, official news for the Chicago Cubs and their fanbase! Star outfielder Seiya Suzuki has cemented his status as a long-term fixture in Wrigleyville by signing a “record-breaking contract extension” immediately following his successful 2025 campaign.
Suzuki’s commitment is particularly significant given the rampant trade speculation he faced earlier in the year as the Cubs evaluated their outfield depth. By securing him now, the Cubs are signaling their long-term plans to build their winning core around the power-hitting right-hander.
Suzuki’s Breakout 2025 Season
Suzuki significantly improved in his third MLB season, delivering the kind of power numbers the Cubs envisioned when they originally signed him.
| 2025 Key Stats | Performance | Notes |
| Home Runs (HR) | 32 | Career-high (up from 21 in 2024) |
| Runs Batted In (RBI) | 103 | Career-high, anchoring the middle of the lineup |
| Batting Average (AVG) | .245 | Showing strong power but lower contact than the rumored .302 |
| Games Played (G) | 151 | Excellent durability for the long season |
The extension ensures that Suzuki, who turns 31 this offseason, will remain a key part of the offense well beyond the conclusion of his original five-year contract (which ran through 2026).
The Significance of the Extension
This extension is more than just a financial decision; it’s a statement:
- Long-Term Core: By extending Suzuki, the Cubs prioritize keeping an established, high-power presence in the lineup alongside young stars like Nico Hoerner and Dansby Swanson.
- Wrigleyville Icon: Suzuki’s immediate and heartfelt quote—”This is where I want to devote my heart”—underscores his desire to stay in Chicago, quickly making him a new fan favorite and an icon for the franchise’s post-rebuild era.
- Outfield Clarity: The extension brings stability to an outfield that has been in flux, especially after the Cubs ultimately decided not to meet Kyle Tucker’s reported free-agent demands.
The contract officially cements his status as a new icon of Wrigleyville’s next great era, a power threat they can rely on for years to come.
