The Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres were in talks last summer about a trade that would have sent Eric Hosmer and "a highly regarded prospect" to Chicago, according to a report.

The possible return for Hosmer wasn't reported, but likely wouldn't have been very much.

Hosmer was known to be available prior to the trade deadline, as the Padres were exploring ways to both lessen their luxury tax burdens in 2021 and in the future.