The Cubs and Rays partnered on a big trade ahead of the deadline this year and could do a little business this winter if Tampa is indeed looking to bolster its offense by dealing from rotation depth. Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times suggested the Rays could try to do just that, and it’s hardly novel for the budget-conscious organization to move players who are in line for even modest raises. The Cubs are similarly obsessed with finding value, but they can afford to shop at Whole Foods while the Rays patrol the aisles at Aldi.
Cubs, Rays Could Be Trade Partners Again as Tampa Looks to Deal from Rotation Depth
