All the talk to this point has been about the Cubs parting with an outfielder or two, but allow me to throw some fire. If they’re really looking for a good return, the Cubs should consider trading Mike Montgomery this offseason.
Since being acquired from the Mariners in 2016, Montgomery has developed into that mythical creature every team is always hunting for: A cost-controlled starting pitcher, and a lefty to boot. Over 19 starts in 2018, Montgomery had a 3.69 ERA in 97.2 IP with an FIP under 4.00. He also had a 2.57 ERA over his final seven starts in 2017.