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New Cubs Star Willi Castro Shows Versatility, Matches Century-Old Record

Willi Castro was a coveted player at the trade deadline for his ability to hit right-handed and left-handed pitching, along with his versatility. The Chicago Cubs felt they needed more help in the utility department and pounced on Castro when the Minnesota Twins made him available.

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Chicago Cubs: Is a flat-lining Kyle Tucker playing hurt, weakening Cubs offense?

The Chicago Cubs lost a tough one Monday night, coming up short in a 3-2 defeat at the hands of the division rival Cincinnati Reds. With the loss, they now fall to three games behind the first place Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 5

Cubs president admits trade-deadline gamble looks bad

Cubs president admits trade-deadline gamble 'not looking like a good bet'

This could have the Cubs, and their fans, asking "what if" at the end of the season.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 5

Chicago Cubs’ injured new pitcher speaks out about 'concerning' setback

The Chicago Cubs suffered another injury-related starting pitching setback in Monday’s frustrating 3-2 loss to the Cincinnati Reds. Trade deadline acquisition Michael Soroka went down after just two innings pitched with his new team.

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The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise

No professional sport in North America has a past as rich as baseball's. Over the history of each MLB franchise, the following players represent each team's best.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Cubs president admits his trade-deadline gamble looks like a failure

Chicago Cubs president Jed Hoyer offered some surprisingly candid remarks about the big gamble he made at the MLB trade deadline.

Chicago Cubs owner defends, supports Jed Hoyer’s trade deadline decisions

Cubs Newly Acquired Pitcher Lands on the Injured List

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 5

Cubs MLB Trade Deadline Performance Summed Up In One Disheartening Word

The Chicago Cubs entered the MLB trade deadline with one clear goal in mind, and unfortunately, they did not meet it. Which has led to Levi Weaver of The

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / August 5

Cubs Newly Acquired Pitcher Lands on the Injured List

One of the Cubs’ four deadline acquisitions was RHP Michael Soroka. He was traded from the Nationals for Chicago’s number 13 and 14 prospects. Although his 4.86 ERA in 83.1 innings pitched may not look very appealing, his expected statistics are much better.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 5

Cubs Recently Waived Pitcher Brooks Kriske Claimed By AL Central Team Off Waivers

The Chicago Cubs designated right-handed pitched Brooks Kriske for assignment following their acquisition of Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 5

Chicago Cubs have a surprise pitcher show up from Iowa

The Chicago Cubs disappointed their fans with a lackluster Trade Deadline, where they didn’t make the big move that fans had hoped they would make. The Cubs added a nice bat in Willi Castro from the Minnesota Twins, who should help improve their third base situation.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Twins claim veteran righty reliever from Cubs

He has 27 2/3 innings of major league experience with an 8.78 earned run average.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 5

One Area Continues To Linger As Top Concern For Cubs This Season

Despite the strong season for the Chicago Cubs, they are still chasing down the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central. The Cubs have been one of the best teams in baseball this season but are no longer in first place within their own division.

Mike Soroka News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 5

Michael Soroka's Injury Further Highlights Cubs' Poor Deadline Strategy

The Chicago Cubs made four moves before the trade deadline. None of them were difference makers on paper. Michael Soroka was a buy-low addition who could hopefully eat innings in the rotation for the rest of the season with the chance he started a game in the playoffs or became a bullpen arm.

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Jack's Take: Chicago Cubs' Underwhelming Trade Deadline Just Got Worse

The Chicago Cubs' underwhelming trade deadline just got worse. In a 3-2 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Monday, which dropped the Cubs three games behind the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the National League Central division, starting pitcher Michael Soroka exited after just two innings due to right shoulder discomfort.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / August 5

Chicago Cubs trade deadline roster causality claimed by Baltimore Orioles

The Chicago Cubs added several new players prior to the trade deadline, bringing in utility player Willi Castro and pitchers Taylor Rogers, Andrew Kittredge, and Michael Soroka.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 5

Cubs Starter Jameson Taillon Says He's Not Worried About Disastrous Rehab Start

In the wake of the Michael Soroka injury news, the Chicago Cubs are relying on Jameson Taillon to come back from his calf strain and be an effective pitcher for them going forward.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 5

Cubs Set To Place Deadline Day Acquisition On Injured List

Two innings. That's all it took for the Chicago Cubs to be without their notable trade deadline addition for the foreseeable future. On Monday, in Michael Soroka's team debut after being acquired from the Washington Nationals, he left the game after throwing two innings with what was described to be shoulder discomfort.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5

Cubs’ key trade deadline acquisition hits IL after just 2 innings

The Chicago Cubs pulled off one of the most interesting trades ahead of the deadline when they acquired pitcher Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals in exchange for a couple of prospects in infielder Ronny Cruz and outfielder Christian Franklin.