Cubs Looking Into Sandy Alcantara, Mitch Keller
Briefly

The Chicago Cubs are seeking to enhance their pitching rotation following significant injuries, particularly losing ace Justin Steele for the season. With Shota Imanaga returning from injury and Javier Assad struggling, the Cubs are exploring trade options ahead of the upcoming deadline. They have shown interest in Marlins pitchers Sandy Alcantara and Edward Cabrera, as well as Pirates' Mitch Keller. Cubs' management is reportedly eager to finalize a trade soon, potentially within the next week to ten days, as they navigate a competitive landscape.
The Cubs are actively seeking rotation upgrades with multiple pitchers sidelined, notably Justin Steele for the season, and have engaged with teams likely to sell.
With key injuries, Chicago’s rotation has struggled, prompting contacts with teams regarding potential trades for right-handed pitchers to bolster their lineup.
Chicago's aggressive pursuit for a trade may yield quick results, with potential moves suggested to occur well ahead of the upcoming trade deadline.
Alcantara is considered a standout trade candidate due to his past success, though his acquisition may not be immediate.
Read at MLB Trade Rumors
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