Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kris Bryant actually going to be traded to the Padres?
Baseball writer Jon Morosi openly admitted he plans to crank up trade deadline rumors about KB going to the Padres if the Cubs struggle, but as of Opening Day those rumors are baseless speculation. The author, who has a personal relationship with Bryant and the Bryant family, insists there is no substance to the trade gossip.
Did Kris Bryant really turn down a contract offer well north of $200 million?
The report that KB turned down a contract offer 'well north of $200 million' has been called flat-out false by the author. The author characterizes it as one of several baseless rumors spread by radio personalities citing unnamed sources.
Does Kris Bryant actually want to stay with the Chicago Cubs long-term?
According to the author, who has spoken with Bryant and the Bryant family extensively, KB has said since Day One that he loves being a Chicago Cub, loves the organization and fan base, and has expressed no reason to not want to retire a Cub.
What makes Kris Bryant so valuable to the Cubs franchise?
Bryant is described as a baseball savant with a near-photographic memory for pitches and his own mistakes, a quality teammate in the mold of Ryne Sandberg, and a player on pace to break the Cubs all-time home run record. He also already delivered something Cubs all-time greats never did — a World Series title.
What is the author's personal connection to Kris Bryant?
The author was one of Kris Bryant's high school coaches at Bonanza High School in Las Vegas and has maintained a close relationship with Bryant and the Bryant family ever since. He also ran camps at Bonanza where Bryant participated as recently as 2018.