As the Cubs arrive at the winter meetings, they won't stray from Theo Epstein's rebuilding plan this winter.

Chicago has already signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa to a reported two-year, $9.5 million deal. The Cubs are also going after free agent Michael Bourn, even though they lost 101 games last season.

"He's got conviction," Kevin Towers said. "He's got zero fear. He's a great friend, but he would step on my neck, slice my throat to win. That's just who he is."

However, the Cubs will be looking for value and making under-the-radar moves.