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Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 25

MLB Insider Reveals Which Cubs Prospects Could Leave at Trade Deadline

Like many playoff contenders across MLB, the Chicago Cubs are expected to be buyers ahead of the July 31 trade deadline. The North Siders, specifically,

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 25

Cubs Predicted to Acquire All-Star Pitcher From Royals at MLB Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs have a few clear needs to address with the MLB trade deadline just a week away. They could use an upgrade at third base, where their top prospect, rookie Matt Shaw, has not provided the kind of impact they were hoping for.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Cubs Plan Rotation Boost With Former Cy Young Winner From Guardians

The Chicago Cubs should buy at the trade deadline. Then they should buy again and buy even more. With the clock ticking on Jed Hoyer’s tenure as the team’s president of baseball operations and the uncertain future of Kyle Tucker’s impending free agency, Chicago cannot afford to play it safe at the deadline.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25

Insider suggests Cubs trade top prospect for Pirates pitcher

With the Chicago Cubs preparing for the trade deadline next week, one of the needs that has been emphasized for the team is boosting their starting rotation.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25

Cubs rumors: Chicago’s ‘X-factor’ at trade deadline

The Chicago Cubs have fallen behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central race. They are 11-7 in July, the second-best record in the National League in the month behind only the Crew.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 25

Cubs Should Go After Hated Rival's Former Star Pitcher After Shocking DFA

The Chicago Cubs have long been expected to be one of baseball's most aggressive teams at next week's trade deadline, especially when it comes to upgrading their pitching staff.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 25

Chicago Cubs Trade Deadline Guide 2025

After selling beloved core pieces Javier Baez, Anthony Rizzo and Kris Bryant at the 2021 trade deadline, the Chicago Cubs sold closer David Robertson en route to a 74-88 2022, then made minor upgrades at the 2023 and 2024 trade deadlines, acquiring Jeimer Candelario in 2023 and Isaac Paredes in 2024.

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / July 24

Who Will the Cubs Go After at the Trade Deadline?

The Cubs front office is going to be active in the upcoming days regarding potential trades. They are searching for a pitcher and possibly a third baseman.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Cubs Can Land Intriguing Consolation Prize at Trade Deadline in Twins All-Star

The Chicago Cubs, for months, have been expected to be one of the most aggressive teams at the trade deadline after their dominant first half. With a chance to contend for a World Series this year and a potentially limited window depending on what happens with Kyle Tucker this winter, they have every reason to go for it right now.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 24

Chicago Cubs ‘working hard’ on landing 2 pitchers: Report

The Chicago Cubs are scrambling to try and execute a move to add pitching and hitting help to the roster with a week to go before the trade deadline. The Cubs sit one game back from the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the NL Central with a 60-42 record.

Eugenio Suarez News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Cubs Expected To Focus on This Over Eugenio Suarez Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs are in a tougher battle atop the National League Central than anyone could have predicted. Coming into the 2025 MLB regular season, a lot of people thought the Cubs would run away with the division title after they acquired star right fielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros in a blockbuster offseason trade.

Dylan Cease News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Cubs Showing Interest in Padres' Dylan Cease at Trade Deadline: Report

The Chicago Cubs are one of six teams interested in acquiring San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 24

Strong pitching matchup on tap as Cubs, White Sox renew rivalry

Left-hander Shota Imanaga was on the injured list with a strained left hamstring when the Chicago Cubs swept the visiting White Sox from May 16-18. On

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Cubs Trade Deadline 'Blueprint' Includes Acquiring Pirates' All-Star

The Chicago Cubs are all over the trade market searching for upgrades. While they can shoot high for National League RBI leader Eugenio Suarez to occupy third base or convince the Padres to part ways with Dylan Cease, either way, the odds are high that Chicago makes more than one move at the deadline.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Cubs Could Look Within Division To Bolster Rotation Both This Year and Beyond

The Chicago Cubs are one of many teams that will try to bolster their starting rotation for the postseason. The deeper into the playoffs teams go, the longer the series get and the more important the quality of your healthy arms becomes.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 24

Chicago Cubs: Help! 'Desperate' Cubs pursuing new and old pitching targets

The Chicago Cubs lost to the Kansas City Royals 8-4 on Wednesday, once again relinquishing full first place standing to the red-hot Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division.

Carson Kelly News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Cubs' Carson Kelly Reveals Why He Liked MLB Rule Change to Universal DH

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has spent time in both the American League and National League throughout his career. While the rules are universal between

Eugenio Suarez News / Athlon Sports / July 24

AL Contender 'Engaged' in Trade Talks for Cubs' Top Deadline Target

The Chicago Cubs must understand that if they want Eugenio Suarez to be a member of their roster in the next few days, they have to be aggressive. Chicago

MacKenzie Gore News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

MLB Insider Names Nationals MacKenzie Gore as Best Cubs Trade Deadline Fit

The Chicago Cubs are legitimate World Series contenders, and the combination of their offseason trade for star outfielder Kyle Tucker along with his lack of contract extension already makes this an all-in year for them.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago Cubs set sights on game-changing closer ahead of deadline

The Chicago Cubs are leaving no stones unturned leading up to the July 31 trade deadline. This includes the possibility of improving their already strong bullpen by adding one of baseball’s most dominant closers in Emmanuel Clase.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23

Can the Cubs nab Nationals' ace at the deadline?

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Matt Shaw News / Field Level Media / July 23

Behind Matt Shaw, Cubs chase series win vs. Royals

The All-Star break provided a welcome respite for Chicago Cubs rookie third baseman Matt Shaw, who is eager to leave his first-half struggles behind. Shaw looks to maintain his recent surge when the Cubs face the visiting Kansas City Royals on Wednesday afternoon in the rubber match of a three-game series.

Eugenio Suarez News / Yardbarker / July 22