The Chicago Cubs are in “win now” mode with a definite window of opportunity when it comes to capturing another championship as Pete Crow-Armstrong enters his prime and veterans like Alex Bregman and Dansby Swanson drift off into their post-prime.
Yardbarker suggests the Chicago Cubs should consider a bold trade for Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. to solve a looming outfield crisis. With Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki potentially leaving via free agency and few farm system options ready, the article argues Acuña could fill a major offensive void alongside Pete Crow-Armstrong.
The piece notes that Acuña struggled during 2026, hitting .255 with 20 home runs before batting .125 in the postseason. However, with the Braves potentially pursuing a soft rebuild, the Cubs could acquire him and his remaining contract, which includes team options at $17 million annually for 2027 and 2028.
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