The arrival of the month of July brings a lot of fun trade talk. First time in many years, it looks like the Cubs are ready to spend and make moves. I'll share the moves I am keeping an eye on. No one called this, but Matthew Boyd has been the Cubs best starter through the first half of the season. All Star Game fan voting, plus news and notes from around Major League Baseball.

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