Cubs Planning to Show Interest in Every Pitcher Available, Per Insider

Cubs Planning to Show Interest in Every Pitcher Available, Per Insider originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Nearly every report suggests that the Chicago Cubs will be aggressive at the trade deadline. Whether it's due to the team needing to keep Kyle Tucker happy, being in first place with an impressive 54-36 record, or many other factors, the Cubs have every reason to buy right now. 

Chicago has a real opportunity to win a World Series, and if the front office doesn't take advantage of that, it'll be tough to continue allowing them to run the organization.

However, another report has indicated that the Cubs will be aggressive at the deadline. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic recently suggested that even before Jameson Taillon went down, Chicago was in the market for a starter.

"Even when Taillon was healthy, the Cubs were already planning to inquire about virtually every major-league pitcher who might get traded this month," wrote Mooney.

"Jed Hoyer’s front office is in a strong position to buy at the trade deadline, largely through an explosive offense, an elite defense and a revamped bullpen that has highlighted the club’s creativity."

It's positive to hear that the Cubs have reached out to many, as they must find a way to get creative at the deadline.

With numerous teams in the National and American Leagues playing at a high level, there are expected to be many buyers around the league. That doesn't help teams like the Cubs, but it's also important to note that they arguably have the best farm system in baseball.

If the Cubs want to get a deal done, they can realistically outbid many teams around the league.

It remains uncertain if Hoyer would be willing to move on from some of those guys, but it's something that everybody has to keep in the back of their minds.

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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.