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Rangers, Cubs swap in blockbuster

A day after Jeff Samardzija, the MLB's era leader started the all-star game for the National League, he was sent to Texas what is the first big trade of the Season. The Cubs, in return for Samardzija (as well as Bonafacio) acquired SP Kevin Gausmen, who will take over the empty rotation spot in the Majors, SP Alex Gonzalez, who will likely make his debut sometime this season, and 3B Joey Gallo, a intriguing prospect who grades out at 80 power. In a corresponding move, Bryant has made the full transition to RF for the moment.