Carson Kelly was signed by the Cubs to a two-year free agent deal, which made Matt Thaiss expendable.

Carson Kelly, a 30-year-old Chicago native, has joined the Cubs on a two-year, $11.5 million deal. He brings experience from his time with Detroit and Texas, where he batted .238 with nine homers and 37 RBIs in 91 games. Growing up a Cubs fan, Kelly expressed excitement about playing in his hometown, highlighting the significance of joining a team with deep personal ties.

Carson Kelly, a Chicago native, joins the Cubs as a catcher after signing a two-year deal. He brings experience from his time with Detroit and Texas, where he batted .238 with nine home runs and 37 RBIs in 91 games. Kelly expressed excitement about playing for the Cubs, highlighting his family's deep-rooted connection to the city.