The Chicago Cubs have secured left-hander Matthew Boyd with a two-year contract worth $29 million. Boyd, who made a successful comeback from Tommy John surgery, had a solid season with the Cleveland Guardians, posting a 2.72 ERA in eight starts and contributing to the team's postseason run.

Joining a rotation that features Justin Steele, Shota Imanaga, and Jameson Taillon, Boyd aims to bolster the Cubs as they seek improvement after finishing second in the NL Central for two consecutive years.

Additionally, shortstop Dansby Swanson underwent core surgery in October but is not expected to miss any time next season.