CHICAGO -- Colin Rea did not know how many starts he would make for the Cubs when he signed with the ballclub last offseason, but the veteran righty turned into a valuable piece for the pitching staff. As the rotation dealt with injuries throughout the year, Rea stepped in and stepped up as a reliable arm for manager Craig Counsell.

Rea and the Cubs have decided to continue their partnership for at least one more season. On Thursday morning, the Cubs had reached an agreement with the righty on a one-year contract worth $6.5 million guaranteed that includes a team option for ‘27, a source told MLB.com. The team has not confirmed the deal.

“Colin was exactly what we had hoped for and probably more,” Counsell said during the playoffs. “Man, he's just been the glue. He's been a lot of glue

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