Kyle Hendricks #28 of the Chicago Cubs throws a pitch during the third inning of a game against the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field on September 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Share Starter Kyle Hendricks received a roaring applause as he exited Saturday’s 5-1 loss against the Nationals.

Kyle Hendricks is starting to feel like himself again. The Cubs right-hander has put a rocky first half behind him to find his footing, and he will attempt to keep rolling on Saturday afternoon when Chicago continues a four-game series with the visiting Washington Nationals.

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,

Cubs veteran starter Kyle Hendricks says he intends to pitch in 2025, according to a new report from The Athletic. “Absolutely,” Hendricks said of pitching in 2025, per the report. “I’ll take a step back (once the season ends to) reevaluate and refocus,

Kyle Hendricks is set to start on the next two Saturdays at Wrigley Field. He could walk away with a smile on his face afterward but isn't ready to quit pitching.

The past few years have been challenging for right-hander Kyle Hendricks but he’s not thinking about stepping away from the game.