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WATCH: Christopher Morel shares emotional farewell with teammates and coaches in Cubs dugout

3 months agoTony Andracki

Christopher Morel is headed to Tampa Bay as part of a big – and surprising – trade that brought Isaac Paredes to Chicago.

[MORE: Who is Isaac Paredes? The book on the new Cubs 3B]

Morel was in the lineup Sunday afternoon for the Cubs’ series finale in Kansas City, DHing and hitting 5th in the order.

After news of the move circulated on Twitter, Morel was removed from the Cubs’ lineup and replaced by Michael Busch.

Morel responded by hugging teammates and coaches in the Cubs dugout.

Catch the full video of the moment on the Marquee Sports Network app.

Morel also posted a story on Instagram reacting to the move:

Busch ended up getting 2 hits and driving in a run as the Cubs won 7-3 to claim the series victory in Kansas City.

For a complete breakdown of the trade, head here.

Complete Cubs trade deadline content:

In a stunning move, Cubs deal away Christopher Morel in big trade with Rays
Cubs Weekly Podcast: Breaking down the Cubs’ fascinating – and surprising – deadline moves
Who is Isaac Paredes? The book on the new Cubs third baseman
WATCH: Christopher Morel shares emotional farewell with teammates and coaches in Cubs dugout
Cubs acquire hard-throwing pitcher Nate Pearson

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