The Chicago Cubs could be a legitimate contender for one of the top pitchers on the market, not via free agency, but through a trade with their crosstown rival

The Cubs are among the teams involved in the trade sweepstakes for White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported Wednesday.

The Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds are reportedly in the mix to acquire pitcher Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox in an offseason trade.

It isn’t unheard of for the Chicago Cubs and White Sox to make trades, but could the teams link up for a blockbuster deal involving Garrett Crochet?

In addition to vigorously pursuing Juan Soto, the New York Yankees are also looking to fortify the rotation behind ace Gerrit Cole. On that front, Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay revealed on his radio show that the Yankees have reached out to ace lefty Max Fried,

The Reds are considered a "viable candidate" to trade for White Sox ace Garrett Crochet according to Jon Morosi of MLB.com. The Cubs are also considered a realistic candidate.

Nearly any contending team or those hoping to contend have shown some level of interest in White Sox All-Star starting pitcher Garrett Crochet. Add the Cubs and Reds to the list, reports Jon Morosi of MLB Network.

The Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds typically compete on the baseball diamond, fighting for a playoff spot in the National