In fact, they're just heating up, as MLB insider Ken Rosenthal revealed the Cubs are still actively trying to trade Bellinger. "While rival executives say the Chicago Cubs want to trade first baseman/outfielder Cody Bellinger, they also note the difficulty ...

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly exploring the possibility of trading Cody Bellinger, but rival executives believe it won’t be an easy task. While Bellinger’s offensive and defensive abilities make him a valuable player,

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly hoping to move one of their veteran sluggers this offseason, but some around MLB believe it won't be an easy task.

Since that article was published, though, there have been two changes made in the list of Cubs who are arbitration-eligible, and thus the team will have to make decisions about tendering them a contract or not for 2025.