Report: Cubs targeting Jason Heyward

The Chicago Cubs missed out on the David Price sweepstakes, but now their attention may be turning to landing one of the top positional players on the free-agent market.

Chicago is targeting outfielder Jason Heyward, according to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times.

The 26-year-old is expected to command an eight-year deal for around $20 million per season, and the Cubs are OK with that.

"We have some available resources; I think that much is clear," general manager Jed Hoyer said Monday night when asked if he could land a top free-agent outfielder.

Heyward seems most comfortable in right field, which could present a problem for the Cubs. Young slugger Jorge Soler currently occupies the position, but dealing the Cuban sensation is also an option if Chicago did sign Heyward to a long-term pact.

Alex Gordon and Yoenis Cespedes would likely be cheaper alternatives on the open market, but it's unclear if the Cubs have interest in those players at this time.

Heyward hit .293/.359/.439 with 13 homers and 60 RBIs in 154 contests for the St. Louis Cardinals last season, and earned his second consecutive Gold Glove for his outstanding defensive play.