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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks to the dugout after striking out against the Diamondbacks on April 21, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks to the dugout after striking out against the Diamondbacks on April 21, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

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Photos of Kris Bryant, the 2016 National League MVP and the Cubs’ second overall pick in the 2013 draft.

Kris Bryant

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant celebrates with teammates after scoring in the sixth inning against the Diamondbacks on April 19, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant doubles in the third inning on April 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant doubles in the third inning on April 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant stretches before the start of a game against the Diamondbacks on April 19, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant stretches before the start of a game against the Diamondbacks on April 19, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (Terrence Antonio James/Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant rests at second base in the sixth inning against the Pirates on April 11, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant rests at second base in the sixth inning against the Pirates on April 11, 2019, at Wrigley Field.  (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a spring training game against the Brewers at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday Feb. 23, 2019.

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a spring training game against the Brewers at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday Feb. 23, 2019.  (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant walks on the field before the first inning against the Brewers for a spring training game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday Feb. 23, 2019.

Kris Bryant walks on the field before the first inning against the Brewers for a spring training game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday Feb. 23, 2019.  (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant poses in a Santa hat on the team's photo day at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant poses in a Santa hat on the team’s photo day at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019  (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant works out during batting practice at spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant works out during batting practice at spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.  (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant takes infield practice during spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Feb. 13, 2019.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant takes infield practice during spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Feb. 13, 2019.  (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant speaks to the media on the opening day of Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Jan. 18, 2019.

Kris Bryant speaks to the media on the opening day of Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Jan. 18, 2019.  (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks toward the Cubs offices on Oct. 3, 2018, in Chicago.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks toward the Cubs offices on Oct. 3, 2018, in Chicago.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs batter Kris Bryant reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Sept. 25, 2018.

Cubs batter Kris Bryant reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Sept. 25, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant sits on the bench on July 24, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant sits on the bench on July 24, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant on Sept. 30, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant on Sept. 30, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant before a game Sept. 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant before a game Sept. 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant strikes out in the seventh inning Oct. 1, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant strikes out in the seventh inning Oct. 1, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs left fielder Kris Bryant catches a fly to left field against the Rockies during the National League wild-card game Oct. 2, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs left fielder Kris Bryant catches a fly to left field against the Rockies during the National League wild-card game Oct. 2, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant heads to the dugout after striking out to end the top of the fifth inning against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on Sept. 21, 2018.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant heads to the dugout after striking out to end the top of the fifth inning against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on Sept. 21, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs infielder Kris Bryant adjusts his cap while watching the sixth inning against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Aug. 25, 2018.

Cubs infielder Kris Bryant adjusts his cap while watching the sixth inning against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Aug. 25, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant watches teammate Willson Contreras take batting practice before a game against the Brewers at Miller Park on Sept. 5, 2018.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant watches teammate Willson Contreras take batting practice before a game against the Brewers at Miller Park on Sept. 5, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant sits in the dugout Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant sits in the dugout Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant stretches before the start of a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Monday, July 23, 2018.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant stretches before the start of a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Monday, July 23, 2018.  (Terrence Antonio James / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant advances to third base on a run-scoring single by Jason Heyward in the fifth inning against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 19, 2018.

Kris Bryant advances to third base on a run-scoring single by Jason Heyward in the fifth inning against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 19, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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The Cubs' Kris Bryant, center, listens to the team group discussion before a game against the Padres in San Diego, Friday, July 13, 2018.

The Cubs’ Kris Bryant, center, listens to the team group discussion before a game against the Padres in San Diego, Friday, July 13, 2018.  (Alex Gallardo / AP)

Tommy La Stella, left, and Kris Bryant laugh in the dugout before the start of the game against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Saturday, July 7, 2018.

Tommy La Stella, left, and Kris Bryant laugh in the dugout before the start of the game against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Saturday, July 7, 2018.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant signs autographs before playing the Dodgers on Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant signs autographs before playing the Dodgers on Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to take the field Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to take the field Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Pirates shortstop Jordy Mercer (10) tags Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant on a steal attempt to end the fourth inning at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 8, 2018.

Pirates shortstop Jordy Mercer (10) tags Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant on a steal attempt to end the fourth inning at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 8, 2018.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to field a ball during the sixth inning against the Phillies Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to field a ball during the sixth inning against the Phillies Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Wrigley Field.  (Charles Rex Arbogast / AP)

Kris Bryant fields the ball for an out in the second inning against the Mets at Citi Field on June 2, 2018, in New York.

Kris Bryant fields the ball for an out in the second inning against the Mets at Citi Field on June 2, 2018, in New York.  (Jim McIsaac / Getty Images)

Kris Bryant of the Cubs reacts after scoring a run against the Mets during the ninth inning at Citi Field on May 31, 2018 in New York.

Kris Bryant of the Cubs reacts after scoring a run against the Mets during the ninth inning at Citi Field on May 31, 2018 in New York.  (Adam Hunger / Getty Images)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant takes in the scene while attending Cubs manager Joe Maddon's annual charity boxing event called Respect 90 Main Event at the Wintrust Building in downtown Chicago on Friday, May 25, 2018.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant takes in the scene while attending Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s annual charity boxing event called Respect 90 Main Event at the Wintrust Building in downtown Chicago on Friday, May 25, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks on the field during the third inning against the Indians at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, May 23, 2018.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks on the field during the third inning against the Indians at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, May 23, 2018.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant tosses a ball to a fan before a game Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant tosses a ball to a fan before a game Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant slides in safely with the go-ahead run in the 8th inning against the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, May 8, 2018.

Kris Bryant slides in safely with the go-ahead run in the 8th inning against the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, May 8, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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Kris Bryant looks out of the dugout before his at-bat in the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, April 28, 2018.

Kris Bryant looks out of the dugout before his at-bat in the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, April 28, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant after his triple against the Colorado Rockies during the sixth inning of their game at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Monday, April 30, 2018.

Kris Bryant after his triple against the Colorado Rockies during the sixth inning of their game at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Monday, April 30, 2018.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant is congratulated after hitting a home run against the Colorado Rockies in the 6th inning at Wrigley Field Wednesday, May 2, 2018, in Chicago.

Kris Bryant is congratulated after hitting a home run against the Colorado Rockies in the 6th inning at Wrigley Field Wednesday, May 2, 2018, in Chicago.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant checks out the new dugout and the snow on Monday, April 9, 2018 on opening day at Wrigley Field. The game was postponed.

Kris Bryant checks out the new dugout and the snow on Monday, April 9, 2018 on opening day at Wrigley Field. The game was postponed.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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Kris Bryant stands in the dugout before the Cubs home opener against the Pirates was canceled at Wrigley Field on Monday April, 9 2018.

Kris Bryant stands in the dugout before the Cubs home opener against the Pirates was canceled at Wrigley Field on Monday April, 9 2018.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Brewers' Eric Sogard (18) is tagged out by Cubs' Kris Bryant during a rundown between third base and home plate during the sixth inning on Friday, April 6, 2018, in Milwaukee.

Brewers’ Eric Sogard (18) is tagged out by Cubs’ Kris Bryant during a rundown between third base and home plate during the sixth inning on Friday, April 6, 2018, in Milwaukee.  (Jeffrey Phelps / AP)

Kris Bryant gestures to one of his coaches he is supposed to play catch with before the start of a Cactus League game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.

Kris Bryant gestures to one of his coaches he is supposed to play catch with before the start of a Cactus League game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a Cactus League game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a Cactus League game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

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Kris Bryant walks on the field while throwing the ball during the second day of Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Thursday Feb. 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant walks on the field while throwing the ball during the second day of Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Thursday Feb. 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant leaves a field after running drills during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant leaves a field after running drills during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant fields ground balls during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant fields ground balls during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant laughs while running drills during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant laughs while running drills during Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Saturday Feb. 17, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

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Kris Bryant signs an autograph for a fan during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Chicago.

Kris Bryant signs an autograph for a fan during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Chicago.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant high-fives a group of children as members of the 2018 Cubs are introduced to fans on the first day of the annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, January 12, 2018.

Kris Bryant high-fives a group of children as members of the 2018 Cubs are introduced to fans on the first day of the annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, January 12, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (right) and first baseman Anthony Rizzo have a laugh before an interview on the first day of the annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, January 12, 2018.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (right) and first baseman Anthony Rizzo have a laugh before an interview on the first day of the annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, January 12, 2018.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant hits a home run in the fourth inning against the Dodgers during Game 5 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 19, 2017.

Kris Bryant hits a home run in the fourth inning against the Dodgers during Game 5 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 19, 2017.  (Stacy Revere / Getty Images)

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Kris Bryant throws to first base in the 9th inning against the Dodgers during Game 3 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 17, 2017.

Kris Bryant throws to first base in the 9th inning against the Dodgers during Game 3 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 17, 2017.  (Jamie Squire / Getty Images)

Kris Bryant looks on before Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Oct. 18, 2017.

Kris Bryant looks on before Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Oct. 18, 2017.  (Stacy Revere / Getty Images)

Kris Bryant is doused by Henry Blanco as they celebrate after the Cubs defeated the Nationals 9-8 in Game 5 of the NLDS on Oct. 13, 2017.

Kris Bryant is doused by Henry Blanco as they celebrate after the Cubs defeated the Nationals 9-8 in Game 5 of the NLDS on Oct. 13, 2017.  (Alex Brandon / AP)

Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo embrace after the Cubs beat the Nationals to win Game 5 of the NLDS on Oct. 12, 2017.

Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo embrace after the Cubs beat the Nationals to win Game 5 of the NLDS on Oct. 12, 2017.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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The Nationals' Bryce Harper and the Cubs' Kris Bryant talk before an NLCS game on Oct. 5, 2017.

The Nationals’ Bryce Harper and the Cubs’ Kris Bryant talk before an NLCS game on Oct. 5, 2017.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant rounds first after hitting a home run off Cardinals starter Carlos Martinez during the fourth inning Friday, Sept. 15, 2017.

Kris Bryant rounds first after hitting a home run off Cardinals starter Carlos Martinez during the fourth inning Friday, Sept. 15, 2017.  (Charles Rex Arbogast / AP)

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant wears a football jersey as the Cubs leave on their road trip on Sept. 3, 2017.

Kris Bryant wears a football jersey as the Cubs leave on their road trip on Sept. 3, 2017.  (David Banks / Getty Images)

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Kris Bryant hits a two-run homer against the Braves during the sixth inning on Aug. 31, 2017 at Wrigley Field.

Kris Bryant hits a two-run homer against the Braves during the sixth inning on Aug. 31, 2017 at Wrigley Field.  (David Banks / Getty Images)

Kris Bryant makes a diving grab on a sharp grounder in the ninth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, August 29, 2017.

Kris Bryant makes a diving grab on a sharp grounder in the ninth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, August 29, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant gets congratulated in the dugout after hitting a home run in the fifth inning against the Phillies on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, in Philadelphia.

Kris Bryant gets congratulated in the dugout after hitting a home run in the fifth inning against the Phillies on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, in Philadelphia.  (Laurence Kesterson / AP)

Kris Bryant scores on an RBI single by Javier Baez during the sixth inning against the Reds on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, in Cincinnati.

Kris Bryant scores on an RBI single by Javier Baez during the sixth inning against the Reds on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, in Cincinnati.  (John Minchillo / AP)

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Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Blue Jays on Aug. 18, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Blue Jays on Aug. 18, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Erin Hooley / Chicago Tribune)

Jason Heyward, left, and Kris Bryant, center, attend the third annual Respect 90 Main Event charity boxing fundraiser hosted by Cubs manager Joe Maddon and his wife Jaye Maddon (not shown) at the Wintrust Bank building on South LaSalle Street on Aug. 17, 2017.

Jason Heyward, left, and Kris Bryant, center, attend the third annual Respect 90 Main Event charity boxing fundraiser hosted by Cubs manager Joe Maddon and his wife Jaye Maddon (not shown) at the Wintrust Bank building on South LaSalle Street on Aug. 17, 2017.  (Terrence Antonio James / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant celebrates after scoring against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Aug. 17, 2017.

Kris Bryant celebrates after scoring against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Aug. 17, 2017.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Reds on Aug. 17, 2017.

Kris Bryant runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Reds on Aug. 17, 2017.  (David Banks / AP)

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Kris Bryant scores past Cincinnati Reds catcher Devin Mesoraco on Aug. 14, 2017.

Kris Bryant scores past Cincinnati Reds catcher Devin Mesoraco on Aug. 14, 2017.  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant fields a ground ball against the Reds on Aug. 15, 2017.

Kris Bryant fields a ground ball against the Reds on Aug. 15, 2017.  (Charles Rex Arbogast / AP)

Kris Bryant smiles as he sits in the dugout prior to a game against the Diamondbacks on Aug 13, 2017, in Phoenix.

Kris Bryant smiles as he sits in the dugout prior to a game against the Diamondbacks on Aug 13, 2017, in Phoenix.  (Ross D. Franklin / AP)

Kris Bryant walks in the dugout before a game against the Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Aug. 11, 2017 in Phoenix.

Kris Bryant walks in the dugout before a game against the Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Aug. 11, 2017 in Phoenix.  (Christian Petersen / Getty Images)

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Kris Bryant smiles as he stretches during batting practice prior to a game against the Diamondbacks on Aug 11, 2017, in Phoenix.

Kris Bryant smiles as he stretches during batting practice prior to a game against the Diamondbacks on Aug 11, 2017, in Phoenix.  (Ross D. Franklin / AP)

Kris Bryant leaves Wrigley Field dressed in an "Easy Rider"-themed outfit after the Cubs lost to the Nationals at Wrigley Field on Aug. 6, 2017.

Kris Bryant leaves Wrigley Field dressed in an “Easy Rider”-themed outfit after the Cubs lost to the Nationals at Wrigley Field on Aug. 6, 2017.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant prepares to face the Diamondbacks from the Wrigley Field dugout on Aug. 3, 2017.

Kris Bryant prepares to face the Diamondbacks from the Wrigley Field dugout on Aug. 3, 2017.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Aug. 1, 2017.

Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Aug. 1, 2017.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

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Kris Bryant, right, and Jason Heyward, second from right, celebrate in the dugout after they and Victor Caratini scored on Anthony Rizzo's double during the fifth inning against the White Sox on Wednesday, July 26, 2017.

Kris Bryant, right, and Jason Heyward, second from right, celebrate in the dugout after they and Victor Caratini scored on Anthony Rizzo’s double during the fifth inning against the White Sox on Wednesday, July 26, 2017.  (Charles Rex Arbogast / AP)

Kris Bryant makes a throw to first base during the sixth inning against the Brewers at Miller Park on July 29, 2017 in Milwaukee.

Kris Bryant makes a throw to first base during the sixth inning against the Brewers at Miller Park on July 29, 2017 in Milwaukee.  (Stacy Revere / Getty Images)

Kris Bryant #waits for a pitch during the third inning of a game against the Brewers at Miller Park on July 28, 2017.

Kris Bryant #waits for a pitch during the third inning of a game against the Brewers at Miller Park on July 28, 2017.  (Stacy Revere / Getty Images)

Kris Bryant smiles as he talks with third base umpire Lance Barksdale before the game against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 26, 2017.

Kris Bryant smiles as he talks with third base umpire Lance Barksdale before the game against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 26, 2017.  (Jon Durr / Getty Images)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant grounds into a double play against the Brewers in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 6, 2017, in Chicago.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant grounds into a double play against the Brewers in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 6, 2017, in Chicago.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

The Cubs' Kris Bryant stretches at the on-deck circle in the fifth inning of a game against the Reds on Sunday, July 2, 2017, in Cincinnati.

The Cubs’ Kris Bryant stretches at the on-deck circle in the fifth inning of a game against the Reds on Sunday, July 2, 2017, in Cincinnati.  (John Minchillo / AP)

President Donald Trump holds a Cubs jersey as he meets with members of the 2016 World Series champions on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington.

President Donald Trump holds a Cubs jersey as he meets with members of the 2016 World Series champions on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington.  (Susan Walsh / AP)

The Cubs' Kris Bryant fields a line drive by the Rockies' Ian Desmond and throws him out in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Sunday, June 11, 2017.

The Cubs’ Kris Bryant fields a line drive by the Rockies’ Ian Desmond and throws him out in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Sunday, June 11, 2017.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs baserunner Kris Bryant slides in safely at third base while advancing on a single by teammate Anthony Rizzo in the first inning against the Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, June 10, 2017.

Cubs baserunner Kris Bryant slides in safely at third base while advancing on a single by teammate Anthony Rizzo in the first inning against the Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, June 10, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant in the second inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Friday, June 9, 2017.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant in the second inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Friday, June 9, 2017.  (Jose M. Osorio / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Marlins at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in Chicago.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Marlins at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in Chicago.  (John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant comes out of the dugout to begin a game against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, June 3, 2017.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant comes out of the dugout to begin a game against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, June 3, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant departs for the team's Anchorman-themed road trip Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant departs for the team’s Anchorman-themed road trip Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant warms up Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant warms up Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Wrigley Field.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

ubs third baseman Kris Bryant pauses to sign autographs for fans before facing the Rockies on Tuesday, May 9, 2017, in Denver.

ubs third baseman Kris Bryant pauses to sign autographs for fans before facing the Rockies on Tuesday, May 9, 2017, in Denver.  (David Zalubowski / AP)

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant and his wife Jessica Delp pose with Bryant's 2016 NL MVP award prior to a game against the Phillies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, May 2, 2017.

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant and his wife Jessica Delp pose with Bryant’s 2016 NL MVP award prior to a game against the Phillies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, May 2, 2017.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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Kris Bryant homers in the first inning and acknowledges the large Cubs fan base in the stands during a game against the Red Sox on Friday, April 28, 2017, in Boston.

Kris Bryant homers in the first inning and acknowledges the large Cubs fan base in the stands during a game against the Red Sox on Friday, April 28, 2017, in Boston.  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant signs autographs for fans before a game at Wrigley Field on April 19, 2017.

Kris Bryant signs autographs for fans before a game at Wrigley Field on April 19, 2017.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

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