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Kris Bryant is swinging a hot bat and playing as good as ever, but the Cubs are near the bottom of the NL Central. They could get quite a return if they decide to trade him, but would they do another trade with the White Sox. who are in desperate need of an outfielder due to injuries?
David Kaplan and Gordon Wittenmyer break down the Cubs' position and if they are considering moving Bryant or if there's still hopes of reaching an extension.
(1:46) - Why has Kris Bryant been so good to start the season?
(6:00) - If Bryant winds up on the trade market, will the Sox be in contention to get him?
(10:15) - What would the Cubs want if they traded Bryant to the White Sox?
(14:40) - Cubs already started their rebuild when they moved Yu Darvish. Why should they delay moving Bryant?
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