There was one big story that had Chicago Cubs fans attention last winter: the acquisition of All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker. So you're forgiven if you missed the trade that sent infielder-turned-pitcher Michael Arias to the New York Yankees in January.
Chicago designated him for assignment and the Yankees sent cash considerations back to the Cubs in exchange for the lanky right-hander, who spent the 2024 season split between Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa, posting above-average strikeout numbers that were overshadowed by major control issues - which has always been, and continues to be, the question with Arias.