The Chicago Cubs are reportedly contacting teams as they explore options to replace Matt Shaw ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

The Chicago Cubs have positioned themselves to be buyers at the trade deadline, entering MLB games today with one of

A top MLB insider claims that with the Chicago Cubs in position for a World Series run this year, they have reached out about trades for impact starters to add to their rotation. Including one-time Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara.

Cam Smith hit a three-run homer in his first game against the Cubs since being traded to Houston and Brandon Walter threw six solid innings in his first MLB victory as the Astros beat Chicago 7-4.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Chicago Cubs vs. Houston Astros MLB game to be played on June 27, 2025 on ESPN.

Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly returned to Daikin Park for the first time since the Houston Astros traded them to the Chicago Cubs during the offseason and were greeted by a video tribute before the start of the game.

Tucker has been an excellent addition to the lineup, propping up the Cubs to the top of the NL Central. However, if the Cubs want Tucker to stick around, then they have to show him that they're willing to do everything possible to win now and sustain their success in the future.