With Kyle Tucker’s market value expected to blow past $400 million, it’s hard to imagine the Chicago Cubs will be able to afford him. To replace everything he brought to the lineup, the Cubs need to prioritize landing an impact bat without spending a fortune. To help cover for Tucker’s departure, the Minnesota Twins might actually have a $100 million solution for the Cubs.

Jeff Passan reported earlier this month that the Twins are expected to trade either Joe Ryan or Pablo López this offseason. He also noted that $100 million outfielder Byron Buxton could be in the mix.

If Minnesota is truly open to dealing López and Buxton, the Chicago Cubs might be able to address two major needs in a single trade.

Buxton appeared in 126 games this past season, and it marked one of the highest totals

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