Michael Busch Traded To Chicago Cubs: "He's ready for the big leagues"

Posted Jan 13, 2024
Michael Busch was still a member of the Dodgers on Thursday. By Friday night, the highly touted prospect was wearing a Cubs jersey, walking out to blaring music, and high-fiving kids in the front row from a stage at Cubs Convention. "He's ready for the big leagues, and he's going to get a shot," manager Craig Counsell said of the former Tar Heel infielder. (MLB.com)

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