Phillies blanked, trade prospect for LHP Scott Eyre

Eyre, 36, appeared in 19 games for the Cubs and has twice been on the disabled list with elbow and groin injuries. He was designated for assignment last week. The Cubs will receive Class-A right-hander Brian Schlitter. Eyre was let go by the Cubs less than two months after setting the franchise record with 33 consecutive scoreless innings. After his second stint on the DL, he returned to the club July 31, allowing three runs in just one-third inning. He...