A blockbuster deal between the Red Sox and Giants doesn’t necessarily mean that the trade market is about to heat up, but it does reframe certain things for the Cubs, an organization that once saw Rafael Devers as a potential fit. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what this trade means on the North Side, where Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow used to work closely with Cubs president Jed Hoyer. The Cubs are very familiar with these dramas, but the vibes right now are very calm. How long will that last?

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Though Pete Crow-Armstrong says he’s not interested in participating in the Home Run Derby this summer, it’s clear that people want to see “PCA” running around the All-Star Game. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney describe what it’s like to cover one of the biggest personalities in baseball right now. Plus, with the Brewers visiting Wrigley Field, a look at how Craig Counsell is pushing all the right buttons, showing why the Cubs made such a big investment in their manager.

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While the offense has certainly cooled off, the Cubs have actually extended their lead in the division, which is a sign of a good team. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what’s going on with the lineup, and Kyle Tucker in particular. Plus more on Shota Imanaga’s timeline and how the Cubs could rearrange their pitching staff once the All-Star returns.

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