In return, the Cubs received Garrett Olson, a pitcher, and Henry Williamson, a minor leaguer. Olson started 26 games for the Orioles last season and went 9-10 with a 6.65 ERA. Presumably, he’ll be given a shot to win a starting job but will likely end up in the minor leagues.

In Pie’s time up on the major league level with the Cubs, he has hit only .223 with three homers and 30 RBIs in 130 games. The native of the Dominican Republic will have to do much better to keep a starting spot with the Orioles.

If he can learn to hit big league pitching, Pie could still reach his potential. He has very good speed and has decent power. In the field, he has the ability to be a top flight corner outfielder.

The 23-year-old has no more minor league options so this year will basically be boom or bust for Felix Pie.

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Edmonds, who is 37-years-old, struggled this season with the Padres. He hit just .178 with one homerun and six RBIs. In Chicago, the Cubs will hope that Edmonds will bounce back in what could potentially be Edmonds’ last chance to prove that he’s still capable of playing in the major leagues.

Reed Johnson will remain as the starting center fielder, however the team has indicated that Edmonds will get an opportunity to show what he can do. Johnson is currently hitting .256 with one homerun and 17 RBIs.

Pie, a 23-year-old super prospect, has yet to live up to his vast potential. While there has been a few rumors involving Pie being traded, the Cubs have denied those rumors.

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