Justin Turner, who spent the back-end of the 2024 season with the M's, is nearing a one-year pact to join the National League Central contenders.

Veteran infielder Justin Turner, 40, and the Chicago Cubs are in agreement on a one-year, $6 million deal, sources tell ESPN.

Justin Turner is on the move yet again after receiving a contract from the Chicago Cubs. ESPN's Jesse Rogers noted the Cubs plan to use Turner as their backup at first and third base after pivoting to find an extra infielder when Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox.

Veteran infielder/DH Justin Turner has reached a one-year deal with the Cubs, according to a report by MLB Network insider Jon Heyman on Tuesday morning. The club has not confirmed the deal, which is worth $6 million,