Okay, maybe not too serious, but still a consideration of trading for almost-MLB-ready prospects. What I mean by that is trading for prospects that have debuted or are close to making their MLB debut. This means prospects that are Triple A or beyond. The Cubs have their share of prospects that are ready to make the big leagues soon (Brennen Davis, Nelson Velazquez, Brailyn Marquez etc), but it would certainly help to have more, and more variety. 1. Trade for RHP Logan Gilbert This entered my head when I was perusing the Mariners' top prospects, and I set this out as a possible trade: If the Cubs traded Nick Madrigal, who should they get in return? Possible trade scenario: Madrigal to Mariners for RHP Logan Gilbert (No.4 Mariners Prospect). https://t.co/zd0DfTFkzr pic.twitter.com/TGXlFX5gBC — Cubbies Gazette (@cubbies_gazette) November 20, 2021 Would the Mariners be willing to trade one of their top prospects (who has already debuted for the Mariners) for a player like Madrigal? ...
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