Nov 18, 2008 2:08 PM EST

The Cubs and free agent pitcher Ryan Dempster have reached agreement on a multi-year contract, which is expected to be signed Tuesday, according to multiple sources.

It's expected to be a four-year deal worth at least $52 million.

Dempster initially sought a five-year, $70 million deal, according to sources.

The Cubs' initial offer was believed to be four years for about $50 million.

RealGM Note: Dempster was 24th in season FIC during the 2008 season and 'deserved' to make $15M.

Via Sun Times