MLB rumors: 5 favorites to trade for Royals star Whit Merrifield

MLB rumors: 5 favorites to trade for Whit Merrifield

BALTIMORE, MD - MAY 08: Whit Merrifield #15 of the Kansas City Royals in position during game two of a doubleheader baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 8, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) /

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA – MAY 14: Manager David Ross #3 of the Chicago Cubs walks back to the dugout during the first inning of the MLB game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on May 14, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Cubs defeated the Diamondbacks 4-2. (Photo by Kelsey Grant/Getty Images) /

MLB rumors: Chicago Cubs make sense for White Merrifield

Whit Merrfield seems like a prime candidate for the Chicago Cubs. With Nick Madrigal and Nico Hoerner each on the injured list, and a roster loaded with versatile players available to many positions, Merrfield provides a veteran player for one prime spot in the infield.

While manager David Ross is working with a roster filled with young talent, many from the club’s Triple-A affiliate, no one infielder really appears to have a set, everyday position. Ross appears to be hoping for the best with what he is given. After last season’s fire sale and mounting injuries this season, Ross may be in a situation to demand help in the way of a veteran presence the team could find in Merrfield.

Don’t be surprised to see the Cubs make a play for Merrfield in return for some of their young talent.

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