In this major trade idea, New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt is proposed to play elsewhere at some point this season.

The New York Yankees could soon be facing a roster dilemma—and the Chicago Cubs might be in prime position to capitalize. With slugger Giancarlo Stanton nearing a return and top prospect Ben Rice pushing for more playing time,

The Chicago Cubs are currently leading the National League Central. However, the Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals are making it tough to run away with the division.

The squads are starting a three-game weekend series with each hoping to extend its division lead. They also hold the two best records in MLB entering the day with the Tigers being the first team to 40 wins and the Cubs having the fewest losses among 39-win teams.

Yankee Stadium is set to host the highly anticipated Yankees-Red Sox clash on June 7, 2025. The Yankees, leading the AL East with a 39-23 record, will start Ryan Yarbrough. The Red Sox, at 30-35, counter with Garrett Crochet.