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Analyzing the Cubs' Decision
On the surface, trading a player of Bellinger's caliber could appear rash, but there are strategic reasons behind the Cubs' decision:
Logjam at Positions
The Cubs have been developing a plethora of young talent, particularly in the outfield and at first base. With Bellinger no longer fitting into the squad alongside other key players like Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ, the team opted to trade for a player in a position of need, specifically for bullpen help.