Cubs to make special announcement at Wrigley Field Friday
While the team keeps the message close to its vest, sources told CBS News Chicago that Wrigley is expected to host the 2027 All-Star game.
Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is also expected to be at Wrigley Field.
If announced, it marks the return of the All-Star Game to Wrigley for the first time since 1990.
City council passed an ordinance in June to put bollards or anchored-down cylinders around the ballpark.
The announcement is set for 9:30 a.m.
Next year's game will take place at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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