ESPN's Jeff Passan explains why Sandy Alcantara is the perfect MLB trade deadline fit for the Cubs and not Mitch Keller.

The Chicago Cubs might not have been the most active team in the offseason, but they did sign one of the biggest players in the league. Kyle Tucker is paying off, and he’s certainly helped the team sit on top of the NL Central Division.

Led by All-Star starters Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong, the Cubs are in a great position to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2020. Their position player mix could use some tweaks, but the team's priority will be its battered rotation.

The Chicago Cubs' lead for first place in the NL Central is not as wide as it used to be. Despite how successful the campaign has been for the Cubs and manager

The Chicago Cubs sit in first place in the NL Central, but they reportedly won't be satisfied without some postseason success this year.

The Chicago Cubs have been the subject of a ton of trade rumors as the deadline approaches at the end of the month. Expected to be one of the most active teams

The Chicago Cubs need pitching, and Mitch Keller might be the best starting pitcher available when the trade deadline rolls around. For that, it isn't surprisin

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates have “engaged in serious trade talks” for over a week regarding a deal for starting pitcher Mitch Keller. He has long been on Chicago’s radar, and the two front offices have had prolonged discussions, but nothing is imminent.

The second half of the MLB season is upon us. As it stands right now, the Chicago Cubs are one of five teams that have reached 50 wins.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/cubs as Cubs Can Form Insane Bullpen by Reuniting With World Series Hero at Trade Deadline. The Chicago Cubs are expected to be extremely aggressive when it comes to making upgrades at the trade deadline a few weeks from now.