AP Photo/Paul BeatyOn Friday, the Chicago Cubs sold star shortstop Javier Baez to the New York Mets for pitcher Trevor Williams and Pete Crow-Armstrong. This was part of a massive fire sale that saw Chicago deal Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Craig Kimbrel.Baez hasn't, however, ruled out the possibility of returning to Chicago as a free agent this offseason.Baez stated that he would like to but didn't know what the future holds with all the moves and plans this organization has. "Obviously, they have done so much for me.Baez, 28 years old, is hitting.248 with 22 home runs and 65 RBI. He also stole 13 bases. His OPS is.775 Baez will be playing shortstop for the Mets, while Francisco Lindor is out with a strain in his right oblique. However, he'll move to second base or third base once Lindor's back is clear.Baez stated earlier this week that he was open to switching positions if it meant reuniting his relationship with Lindor. Lindor played for Puerto Rico in 2017's World Baseball Classic.Mega 106.9 heard him say that he would love to play with Francisco Lindor if he went to free agency. He said, "I loved playing in the World Classic with him. If I had to play second base, it would be to play with him. If I don't, I will continue to play shortstop."Baez was still with Chicago so the Cubs had an option to sign him to a long-term extension. However, they didn't make a deal. It is difficult to imagine both sides reaching an agreement in free agency. However, anything is possible.Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts stated in a Friday statement that he wanted to personally thank Anthony Rizzo and Javy Baez. They played crucial roles in one of the most successful runs for Chicago Cubs history. Each of them occupied a special place in the hearts and minds of Cubs fans. Although their time together on the Cubs field has come to an abrupt end, we will cherish our memories.Baez opened the possibility of Baez's Cubbie days not being over. However, a return to Chicago in the winter seems unlikely.
