Kyle Hendricks “100 percent” intends to play next year, the Chicago Cubs pitcher told , confirming he plans to explore his options as a free agent for the first time. Hendricks, the only player remaining from the 2016 World Series team,

In the Cubs ’ 6-2 victory against the Rockies on Sunday, he put on a masterclass of in-game adjustments and execution. The only run he allowed was a solo homer to Jacob Stallings. And that was one of just two hits he surrendered in six innings.