January 13, 2026
Analysis
Dean received two plate appearances for the Dodgers in 2025 and has since gone from the Giants and now to the Cubs via waivers. The 29-year-old slashed .289/.378/.431 with six home runs and 27 steals over 347 plate appearances at Triple-A Oklahoma City last season and can play all three outfield spots. Dean will compete for a reserve role in Chicago.