The trade marked the end of an era for Eric Karros, who spent 12 seasons with the Dodgers, recording 270 home runs and 976 RBI in 1,601 games, making him a franchise icon.
The Cubs' off-season efforts in 2002, including hiring Dusty Baker and making several key trades, aimed to rebound from a disappointing 67-95 season.
Both Karros and Grudzielanek made significant contributions to the Dodgers, but disagreements and a down year prompted the team to seek fresh starts, indicating shifting dynamics.
Despite hopes for financial flexibility from the trade to sign free agents like Jeff Kent or Cliff Floyd, the Dodgers failed to acquire either player after trading Karros and Grudzielanek.
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