Chicago Cubs 2026 pitching crisis and trade talks

Timeline

1. 1 day ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Chicago Cubs and New York Yankees face trade‑deadline pressure

   Cubs need pitching upgrades while Yankees grapple with bullpen and catcher woes as the MLB trade deadline looms.

2. 1 day ago

   [SPORTS] 23 sources

   Chicago White Sox gear up for aggressive buying at 2026 MLB trade deadline

   The Aug 3, 2026 MLB trade deadline sees a seller shortage; the White Sox lead the AL Central, have optioned Urquidy and Perez, activated Pereira, and are targeting Tarik Skubal and Mason Miller amid league‑wide

3. 11 days ago

   [SPORTS] 7 sources

   Athletics and Cubs bruised by injuries before MLB trade deadline

   Injuries to Oakland’s Mark Leiter Jr. and multiple Chicago Cubs pitchers are limiting trade options as the MLB trade deadline nears, prompting the Cubs to consider creative deals and the Athletics to reassess a

4. 13 days ago

   [SPORTS] 17 sources

   Chicago Cubs defeat Minnesota Twins 10-1 in series finale

   Chicago Cubs beat Minnesota Twins 10-1, with Shota Imanaga’s seven shutout innings and Nico Hoerner’s four‑RBI triple; earlier 6-2 win and Twins’ starter injuries set up Cubs‑Tigers series.

5. 14 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Chicago Cubs' Matt Shaw injury clouds trade‑deadline plans

   Cubs' prospect Matt Shaw suffers a hand injury, jeopardising trade‑deadline options, as Twins rally to beat Chicago and edge back to .500, heightening roster‑move pressure for both teams.

6. 15 days ago

   [SPORTS] 7 sources

   Minnesota Twins beat Cubs 5-2; Ryan Jeffers hits three-run homer

   The Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago Cubs 5‑2 on July 17, 2026, thanks to Ryan Jeffers' three‑run homer and Bailey Ober’s seven strikeouts, moving the Twins above .500.

7. 18 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell optimistic about pitcher Ben Brown's return

   Cubs manager Craig Counsell says injured pitcher Ben Brown should return this season, as the team wrestles with 13 pitchers on the IL; reporter Bruce Levine mistakenly posted a critical private message online.

8. 22 days ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   Chicago Cubs eye trade‑deadline moves as outfielder Kevin Alcantara tops trade list

   The Cubs are weighing trade‑deadline moves, with outfielder Kevin Alcantara seen as the most tradable prospect, while Alex Bregman faces pressure to improve his offensive output before the All‑Star break.

9. 26 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Chicago Cubs seek pitching reinforcements amid injury surge

   The Cubs, with 13 pitchers on the injured list, have ruled out starter Justin Steele for 2026 and are targeting bullpen help, while reliever Phil Maton shows promise after a recent rehab outing.

10. 28 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs grapple with pitching shortages and trade‑deadline options

    Cubs GM Carter Hawkins says resources are available for trade‑deadline moves to fix pitching, as the team endures a 17‑1 loss to the Cardinals, marking a rare 15‑run swing and sparking fan backlash.

11. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs face mounting injuries as trade rumors swirl

    The Cubs' rotation and bullpen are hit by multiple injuries, prompting trade rumors that could bring RHPs Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha from the Royals in exchange for top prospects.

12. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs consider roster changes amid trade speculation

    The Cubs, hot on the win‑column, are eyeing a pitcher trade and may move catcher Moises Ballesteros while fielding a lineup against the Padres amid injuries.

13. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Chicago Cubs confront severe pitching crisis as several arms land on injured list

    The Cubs face a deep pitching shortage after Hoby Milner's appendectomy, Ethan Roberts' forearm injury, and other bullpen losses, prompting reliance on new acquisitions like David Peterson.

14. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources

    Chicago Cubs hit by wave of pitcher injuries as Ben Brown and Hoby Milner land on IL

    The Chicago Cubs have 12 pitchers on the injured list, including Ben Brown’s neck fracture and Hoby Milner’s appendicitis, prompting roster shuffles and doubts about the team’s rotation.

15. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs face pitching crisis as Edward Cabrera and Ben Brown land on injured list

    The Chicago Cubs place pitcher Edward Cabrera and reliever Ben Brown on the injured list, deepening a rotation already hit by injuries; they add David Peterson, Bryse Wilson and Drew Pomeranz while preparing to

16. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources

    Chicago Cubs Lose Two Starting Pitchers to Injured List

    The Chicago Cubs placed Ben Brown (neck strain) and Edward Cabrera (hamstring/adductor strain) on the 15‑day IL, raising total starter injuries to five and prompting roster reshuffle.

17. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs confront pitching woes and trade prospects ahead of deadline

    The Chicago Cubs face mounting pitching woes as Edward Cabrera posts a 5.00 ERA and former top prospect Kevin Alcantara is likely to be traded before the deadline.

18. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs Pitcher Edward Cabrera Battling Recurring Injury Issues

    Chicago Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera left his recent start with a hand cramp, reviving concerns after prior blister issues; manager Craig Counsell said he appears fine, and the team hopes he can pitch again on J

19. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs activate Matt Shaw and hunt trade targets amid losing streak

    The Cubs activated Matt Shaw from the IL and are eyeing trades for pitchers like Skubal or Wacha and hitter Luis Arraez as they try to stop a ten‑game losing streak.

20. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs Seek Turnaround as Pitcher Edward Cabrera Returns

    The Cubs, amid a 10‑game losing streak and batting slump, rely on returning pitchers Edward Cabrera and Matthew Boyd to spark a turnaround.

21. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources

    Chicago Cubs consider trading infielder Matt Shaw for starting pitching

    Cubs may trade 24‑year‑old infielder Matt Shaw to acquire a front‑line starter as injuries plague their rotation.

22. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Chicago Cubs confront pitching woes after Marlins pitcher trade

    Cubs trade for Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera has led to a sudden decline in his performance, prompting urgent evaluation.

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