The Houston Astros are reportedly considering trading their top closer, with the Chicago Cubs eyeing the elite reliever. Explore the latest MLB rumors and the potential impact of this move on both teams.

The Red Sox continue to be engaged with free-agent infielder Alex Bregman, according to Alex Speier of the Boston Globe. There is a caveat to Boston's interest, however, as the Red Sox would prefer any agreement to be of the short-term variety -- meaning,

As the MLB offseason continues, free agent 3B Alex Bregman has plenty of options, with the Astros, Cubs, Red Sox, and Tigers all in on him.

The Houston Astros are reportedly waiting on one of their All-Stars to approve a trade to the Chicago Cubs before the deal can become official.

With Tucker gone, Altuve at second (for now) and Yordan Alvarez’s appearances in the field limited, the Astros’ outfield returns Jake Meyers and Chas McCormick along with Mauricio Dubón, who plays anywhere.

The Chicago Cubs are on the verge of acquiring a two-time All-Star closer via trade after falling short in their bid to sign Tanner Scott.

The Chicago Cubs' payroll is just under $200 million. Owner Tom Ricketts has stated that the team's payroll is expected to rise just before the first tier of th

The Chicago Cubs had targeted another arm in the starting rotation at the beginning of the offseason, then reality apparently set in. While they would’ve ideally liked another quality starter, their five of Justin Steele,

The Houston Astros don't want to invoke a high luxury tax bill. Jose Altuve, their franchise icon, is practically begging their front office to re-sign free age

Bregman coming back at this point would be a bit awkward because Houston has clearly conducted its offseason under the assumption that he was leaving. It traded star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs and got back infielder Isaac Paredes, who has played the strong majority of his games at third base.

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