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The Chicago Cubs have shown willingness to make trades, having completed four since 2017. With recent acquisitions like Matthew Boyd, who has shown promise despite limited performance, the Cubs’ rotation is looking to improve. However, the integration of a fourth lefty, namely Crochet, raises questions about balance. While the Cubs have an intriguing pool of prospects—including Owen Casey, Moises Ballesteros, and Kevin Alcantara—that could catch the White Sox's attention, the Cubs' preference on left-handed pitchers could complicate negotiations.