Since Craig Counsell was hired as the manager of the Chicago Cubs, there have been constant rumors and speculation surrounding him reuniting with some of his previous Milwaukee Brewers players.

Rea has recorded a 4.41 ERA in 58 outings and 49 starts the past two years with the Brewers, so he'll give Chicago another option in that swingman role who can start and come out of the bullpen.

According to a report from MLBTradeRumors, the Chicago Cubs are signing former Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Colin Rea to a one-year deal. The Cubs and right-hander Colin Rea have agreed to a one-year ...

The Chicago Cubs and right-hander Colin Rea have finalized a $5 million, one-year contract. The 34-year-old Rea has a $4.25 ...

The Chicago Cubs and Colin Rea ... deal.The 34-year-old Rea made one appearance with Milwaukee in 2021 and then pitched in Japan during the 2022 season before returning to the Brewers.

13: The Cubs have announced Rea’s signing. Jan. 10: The Cubs are in agreement with Colin Rea on a one-year ... is coming off a solid two-year run with the Brewers. Over the 2023 and 2024 ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Right-hander Colin Rea ... The 6-foot-5 Rea made one appearance with Milwaukee in 2021 and then pitched in Japan during the 2022 season before returning to the Brewers.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 15: Starting pitcher Colin Rea #20 of the Chicago Cubs delivers the baseball in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field on August 15, 2020 in ...

In December, the Milwaukee Brewers traded 2023 National League ... With the bullpen not only losing Williams but also Hoby Milner, Colin Rea and Joe Ross, Yoho's role could become even more ...