The standard for big-market spending in MLB has been set by the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Mets, but also by others like the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies. At least, that's what Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts will have you believe.

Learn which All-Star talent the latest Chicago Cubs rumors are linking the team to as the MLB offseason continues.

The Chicago Cubs could pivot to reliever Carlos Estévez after falling short of closer Tanner Scott this offseason.

The Chicago Cubs were closely tied to reliever/closer Tanner Scott before he ended up signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers. His four year, $72 million deal, that includes a $20 million signing bonus and $21 million in deferrals,

When the Cubs acquired star outfielder Kyle Tucker last month, they shipped a pair of third basemen -- big leaguer Isaac Paredes and Top 100 prospect Cam Smith -- to the Astros as part of the blockbuster trade.

Chicago Cubs fans at the team’s annual Cubs Convention over the weekend expressed their “disdain” to team officials for having a current payroll of about $180M, which ranks 14th in MLB.

One thing that would help put the Cubs in a better position is adding another big arm to the bullpen. Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter made a list of one "realistic" target for each team to fix their "biggest roster hole." For the Cubs, he suggested one-time All-Star Carlos Estévez.

The Blue Jays and Cubs are circling Carlos Estevez in free agency as the relief pitcher market heats up post-Tanner Scott.

The Cubs made a strong bid for Tanner Scott, and are now considering another top free agent reliever. Visit MLB Trade Rumors for more.

The Philadelphia Phillies have been to the playoffs each of the last three seasons, but they haven’t quite closed the deal, which is the World Series.