The Chicago Cubs are sandwiched between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Cincinnati Reds in the National League Central. The Brewers have been the definition of success in the division since 2018, while the Reds are coming off a playoff appearance in Terry Francona's first season as the team's manager. While the Cubs have the financial means to leave both teams well behind them, their stubborn approach leaves the fanbase vulnerable to disappointment.
That would be one way to describe Jeff Passan's perfect move for the Reds this offseason. ESPN's MLB insider makes the case for the Reds to sign Kyle Schwarber in free agency.