The Cubs could see Caissie as their eventual Tucker replacement if the older superstar leaves in free agency. But if the Cubs don't end up making a difference-making trade and can't get it done in the playoffs, their year with Tucker will be remembered as a huge disappointment.

The Chicago Cubs could find themselves in a spot where their biggest need at the upcoming trade deadline also just so happens to be the position other teams are targeting the most. Not only is starting pitching going to be heavily sought by just about every single contender who wants to make themselves better ahead of the second half,