MLB Rumors: Cubs, Blue Jays Enter Yoan Moncada Sweepstakes Amid Alex Bregman Wait
As the offseason heats up, MLB rumors are swirling around two of the league’s most intriguing potential trade targets: Yoan Moncada and Alex Bregman. The Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly among the teams that have entered the race to acquire Moncada, while waiting to see how the situation with Bregman, another big name linked to potential moves, unfolds.
Moncada, the Chicago White Sox’s veteran third baseman, has been the subject of trade rumors for some time. Despite flashes of brilliance, his production has been inconsistent, leading many to speculate that the White Sox could move him in an effort to reshape their roster. The Cubs and Blue Jays are both reportedly exploring a trade for the switch-hitting slugger, who still holds significant value as a solid defender and capable bat in the middle of the order. For the Cubs, Moncada could provide a major upgrade at third base, a position that has been a point of weakness in recent seasons. For the Blue Jays, adding Moncada would further solidify their infield, which already boasts stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette.
Meanwhile, teams are also keeping a close eye on the situation with Alex Bregman of the Houston Astros. Bregman, one of the top third basemen in the league, has been the subject of rumors linking him to a potential trade, but his high value and the Astros’ competitiveness have made any movement uncertain. As teams like the Cubs and Blue Jays wait to see how the Bregman situation develops, it’s clear that Moncada’s availability could serve as a contingency plan, allowing them to secure a solid option for their infield if the Bregman pursuit does not materialize.
The next few weeks will be crucial in determining whether the Cubs or Blue Jays can land Moncada, and whether the market for Bregman will influence other major trades across the league.
