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Cubs acquire Aaron Civale from Athletics for Aiden Moffett

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:55 PM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Cubs acquire Aaron Civale from Athletics for Aiden Moffett

Summary

The Chicago Cubs have reacquired right-hander Aaron Civale from the Athletics in exchange for minor league right-hander Aiden Moffett. Civale's cost for the remainder of the season is $546,150, exceeding the prorated major league minimum by $250,000. The Athletics will pay the Cubs $1,731,925 in five installments over the remainder of the season. Civale pitched 2 1/3 innings during a game against the Detroit Tigers, allowing two runs in an 11-2 win. The 31-year-old previously had a mixed season split between several teams.

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By the Numbers

•Civale's contract is $6 million for one year with the Athletics.
•Cubs traded Aiden Moffett to acquire Civale.
•Athletics agreed to cover part of Civale's salary for five installments.
•Civale has a 5.42 ERA over 15 starts this season.
•Civale had an effective postseason relief appearance last year for the Cubs.

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4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Civale costing Cubs $546,150 — $250,000 over prorated share of major league minimum

What they're saying

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Right-hander Aaron Civale will cost the Chicago Cubs $546,150 for the remainder of the season after his acquisition from the Athletics, which comes to $250,000 over a prorated share of the major league minimum. Chicago reacquired the 31-year-old from the Athletics on Saturday for minor league right-hander Aiden Moffett. As part of the trade, the A's agreed to pay Chicago $1,731,925, according to trade details obtained by The Associated Press.
— Yahoo Sports

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