One bold Cubs trade could reshape everything before 2025 Winter Meetings

Minnesota Twins v Philadelphia Phillies | Isaiah Vazquez/GettyImagesThe Chicago Cubs will be in the market for a power pitcher to add to their starting rotation, and it's not exactly a new need for the team. The Cubs had a need for a strikeout starting pitcher last offseason and at the MLB trade deadline, but Jed Hoyer's front office likely has learned that waiting to strike often leads to disappointment.

Look no further than at the deadline last season. In the weeks leading up to July 31, the Cubs were rumored to be interested in some All-Star caliber names--Sandy Alcantara, Joe Ryan, and MacKenzie Gore--but came away with Michael Soroka. Even last offseason, despite Corbin Burners and…