Howard, the 16th overall pick in the 2020 first-year player draft, agreed to terms with the Cubs on Sunday, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Howard will receive the recommended slot value of $3.7455 million. The 18-year-old shortstop will receive $100,000 immediately, then get the rest of his bonus in 2021 and 2022. Howard was a prep star in Chicago and will now turn his attention toward making his mark with the hometown Cubs.