Pedro Strop was one of the most consistent and productive relievers in Cubs history, spending seven years in Chicago following a trade that included some guy who ended up winning the 2015 Cy Young. Even had Jake Arrieta not been part of that deal, Strop’s 2.90 ERA with 425 strikeouts over 373 innings (10.3 K.9) meant the Cubs would have easily fleeced Baltimore by sending them Scott Feldman and Steve Clevenger.
The bloom came off Strop’s rose to an extent last season, much to the delight of those who take issue with the way he wears his hat.