Overview

• The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers are monitoring Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon as a potential midseason trade target.
• McMahon has emerged as Chicago’s primary focus to fill their third-base gap after prospect Matt Shaw was sent back to the minors earlier this season.
• The Cubs have struggled at third base, with their current players at the position posting one of the lowest OPS figures in the league.
• McMahon, a former All-Star, offers defensive versatility across multiple infield positions, though his offensive production has dipped this season with a .209 batting average.
• The Rockies, out of playoff contention, are open to offers for McMahon, who is in the fourth season of a six-year, $70 million contract.