The Chicago Cubs have finalized their $6 million, one-year contract with Justin Turner. The 40-year-old Turner went through workouts with the team Thursday before its opening game of spring training.

That opportunity should not be wasted. Tucker will likely explore free agency after this season in Chicago. Hoyer is in the final year of his contract with the Cubs. Craig Counsell will have to make more of an impact as the highest-paid manager in the game. A strong farm system remains largely intact, leaving a lot of prospects for win-now trades.

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