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Bryant nixes Harper hopes, exudes confidence

Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein reflects on manager Joe Maddon's commitment to adapting as they head into the 2019 season

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CHICAGO -- Kris Bryant knew that it would be the first question he encountered when the doors to the Sheraton Grand Chicago banquet hall opened and reporters waited inside. So, with four words and a smile, the Cubs star tossed some ice-cold water on the idea that his friend, free agent Bryce Harper, might ink a contract with the North Siders.