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Paul Sullivan: Freddie Freeman’s free-agent saga could serve as a cautionary tale for Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras

Willson Contreras wants to remain a Chicago Cub. “This is my house, and it’s been my home for 14 years,” the catcher said Sunday in St. Louis. Cubs fans want Contreras to get his extension. He arguably is their most popular player and on his way to his third National League start in the All-Star Game. Team President Jed Hoyer has done nothing but praise Contreras’ play and leadership. During a ...
The Chicago Cubs' Willson Contreras celebrates after hitting a grand slam during the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field on May 16, 2022, in Chicago.

Willson Contreras wants to remain a Chicago Cub.

“This is my house, and it’s been my home for 14 years,” the catcher said Sunday in St. Louis.

Cubs fans want Contreras to get his extension. He arguably is their most popular player and on his way to his third National League start in the All-Star Game.

Team President Jed Hoyer has done nothing but praise Contreras’ play and leadership. During a Q&A with season ticket holders Monday, Hoyer said “everyone loves the way he plays, with so much energy and passion, and he is having a great year.”

Yet consensus opinion is that Contreras will be dealt by the Aug.

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