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The Cubs have designated right-hander Chris Flexen for assignment, according to multiple members of the Cubs beat (including Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times ). Right-hander Gavin Hollowell was called up from Triple-A Iowa in the corresponding move.

The MLB trade deadline is just a few days away, and the Chicago Cubs are reportedly pursuing starting pitching help.

Discover the Cubs’ ideal trade proposal for Nationals ace MacKenzie Gore, assessing prospect impact, pitching upgrade, and NL Central dynamics.

According to one baseball insider, the Blue Jays have identified the Pittsburgh Pirates as a potential trade suitor. On Tuesday, MLB Network's Jon Morosi reported that Toronto and Pittsburgh have been discussing trades involving the latter club's relievers, most likely closer David Bednar and setup man Dennis Santana.

The Chicago Cubs are not ending their pursuit of the trade deadline's top player even though they may not need him.

Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg passed away, but Shawon Dunston revealed that his heart belongs to his fans.

The Miami Marlins are reportedly getting more trade interest for their ace, Sandy Alcántara. The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers make sense as fits.