Boyd to the Cubs: A Risky Gamble or a Smart Move? 

The recent signing of Matthew Boyd by the Cubs has sparked quite a bit of discussion in the fantasy baseball community. Boyd's return from Tommy John surgery has been impressive, with a 2.72 ERA in a limited sample size last season. However, the skepticism surrounding his ability to maintain that performance over the next two years is palpable.

Is this a classic case of a team banking on a small sample size, or do you think the Cubs have a legitimate reason to believe Boyd can be a key contributor? Given that he’s two years older than Frankie Montas, who signed a similar deal with the Mets, does Boyd's age and injury history make him a riskier investment?

Let’s dive deeper into the implications of this signing. What are your bold predictions for Boyd's performance in 2025? Can he deliver the three WAR that the Cubs are hoping for, or are we looking at another potential injury setback?

Additionally, how does this signing affect the Cubs' overall strategy moving forward? Are they positioning themselves as contenders, or is this more of a stopgap measure?

Share your thoughts, experiences with similar players coming back from injury, and any insights you have on how this might play out for both Boyd and the Cubs!