While the Chicago Cubs were openly talking about adding arms to the mix — both in the starting rotation and bullpen — they were also seen as suitors for whom many considered to be the best trade target available: third baseman Eugenio Suarez. The Arizona Diamondbacks slugger had been linked to just about every contender across the league considering what he’s been doing this season, and with the Diamondbacks officially waiving the white flag on their 2025 campaign, it seemed like a given that he would be dealt. Because the Cubs have some major issues at third base despite their star prospect Matt Shaw picking up his performance as of late, they were seen as a real landing spot for Suarez. Jeff Passan of ESPN reported the Seattle Mariners acquired the slugging third baseman in a blockbuster trade on Wednesday night.