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,

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 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.