Pierce Coppola was the third Florida Gator off the board in the 2025 MLB draft. He's headed to the Chicago Cubs, pending his contract signing.

The 2016 season may have allowed Steve Bartman to move on, but the Chicago Cubs have always held a special place in baseball. You've got Wrigley Field and the best 7th-inning stretch (thank you, Harry Caray) at any ballpark. And some pretty legendary ball players too.

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While the Cubs might not be willing to part ways with Owen Caissie for a rental, they could move off of the top prospect for a bigger package at the deadline.

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Trade rumors ignite after MLB insider Jon Morosi reveals the exact scenario it would take for the Chicago Cubs to deal their top prospect.

The third Gamecock comes off the board in the 2025 MLB Draft as the Chicago Cubs select South Carolina right hander Eli Jerzembeck in the 11th round. Jerzembec