The Chicago Cubs will inevitably trade Kyle Schwarber somewhere. He has no clear defensive position which has him destined for the American League. The dilemma the Cubs currently face is whether it’s worth trading Schwarber for immediate help now or for long-term help later.
When Schwarber became a platoon player he lost a lot of credibility. The Cubs held onto him closely in the past, even converting him from a catcher to an outfielder in hopes of saving his body. This plan backfired last year with Schwarber suffering an early injury in just his second game of the season.