Chicago Cubs: 3 players to trade before the 2023 deadline

Marcus Stroman is someone that would get the Chicago Cubs a good return.

The Chicago Cubs are trying to be smart with their assets right now. They are a fun team but they aren’t necessarily a good team.

That is why they need to make some hard decisions. Trading Marcus Stroman would certainly be a hard decision. It was fun when they signed him and he has been great for them.

After being an All-Star selection here in 2023, there is no denying the season that he is having. For that reason, contenders have to be licking their chops knowing that a pitcher like that is available.

If the Cubs don’t plan on resigning him, and it doesn’t seem like they do, they should absolutely trade him right now. He has a player option for 2024 so there is a risk that he doesn’t pick it up and leaves for nothing.

His value is high right now too with how well he has pitched so he has to be moved if there is no extension by the trade deadline.