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Chicago Cubs: I cannot understand fans’ hate for Nick Madrigal

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In the deal that sent All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel to the crosstown rival White Sox, the Chicago Cubs netted right-hander Cody Heuer and young infielder and former first-rounder Nick Madrigal.

Personally, I felt really good about that return. Heuer looked like a legitimate big league arm last season, when he made 21 appearances for the Sox, working to a 1.52 ERA and 2.77 FIP out of the pen. Although this year has been a much different story for the 25-year-old, it’s clear this kid could definitely make an impact at the big league level.