Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Javier Baez traded to?
Javier Baez was traded to the New York Mets along with starting pitcher Trevor Williams on July 30, 2021.
Where was Kris Bryant traded to?
Kris Bryant was traded to the first-place San Francisco Giants on July 30, 2021.
What did the Cubs get back for Kris Bryant?
The return for Kris Bryant was considered incredibly underwhelming. Pete Crow Armstrong, a first-round pick who was the fifth-ranked prospect in the Mets' system, was among the pieces coming back.
Who is expected to be the next core of the Cubs after the 2021 trade deadline?
The next core of the Cubs is expected to be built around Nick Madrigal, Nico Hoerner, and potentially Willson Contreras.
Why did the Cubs have to trade their core players in 2021?
The Cubs found themselves in a rebuild largely due to poor drafting that went on for nearly a decade, along with overspending on pitching. With Bryant, Rizzo, and Baez all on expiring contracts, the front office chose to trade them rather than risk losing them for nothing.
Kevin Wells
A Chicagoland native and a Marquette University graduate with a passion for the sports media field. If I’m not watching sports, I’m listening to Chicago sports radio or exploring Milwaukee.
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