The Chicago Cubs need to add a third baseman, and they could look to swing a trade for Boston Red Sox star Alex Bregman.

The Red Sox, however, could put a high price tag on Bregman, especially since he is among the best hitters in baseball and would have two-plus years of control. He would also be provide a significant asset to any squad looking for increased production at third base.

"His $40 million salary — and the chance to opt into two more years at $40 million annually — significantly shortens the list of teams that would take on his deal.” The post Passan: Red Sox have the top-two trade chips in baseball,