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Cincinnati Reds' Rival Chicago Cubs Trade for Cleveland Guardians Reliever Eli Morgan
Oct 18, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Eli Morgan (49) pitches against the New York Yankees in the fifth inning during game four of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images David Richard-Imagn Images

One of the Reds' rivals is making a trade. The Cubs are acquiring right-handed reliever Eli Morgan in a deal with the Guardians according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Morgan posted a 3-0 record with a 1.93 ERA last season. He has a 3.23 career ERA.

The Cubs are hoping to make a push in the National League Central division, much like the Reds.

This article first appeared on Cincinnati Reds on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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