The Chicago Cubs signed veteran first baseman Carlos Santana to boost their playoff hopes.

The Chicago Cubs have signed veteran first baseman Carlos Santana, 39, who was recently released by the Cleveland Guardians. Despite Santana's struggling season, with a .225/.316/.333 slash line, the Cubs aim to bolster their playoff chances. Santana, a 16-year veteran with 335 home runs and 1,134 RBIs, provides experience and depth as the Cubs hold the top wild-card spot in the National League.