Cubs consider trading Carson Kelly ahead of MLB deadline
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:13 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
The Chicago Cubs are preparing for the MLB trade deadline on August 3 and are reported to be discussing potential trades involving catcher Carson Kelly. With the Cubs' current catching situation being secure and productive, they may move Kelly to address needs in starting pitching. Kelly, who is having a solid offensive season, boasts a batting line of.261/.351/.372, which is above average for catchers. The Cubs also have Miguel Amaya as a solid backup and prospect Owen Ayers in the wings. If a trade occurs, it will likely involve substantial major league help in exchange, particularly for their rotation or bullpen.
- •Trade deadline is August 3, 2026.
- •Cubs may trade Kelly to strengthen their starting pitching.
- •Kelly's current batting line is.261/.351/.372.
- •Cubs have backup Miguel Amaya and prospect Owen Ayers.
- •Potential interested teams include the White Sox, Red Sox, and Yankees.
- 10:13 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs Receive Major Trade Updates on Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs’ Carson Kelly Trade Plans Emerge Ahead of MLB Deadline: Report
"There are no shortages of MLB trade rumors circulating across the league right now. For the Chicago Cubs, they are expected to be buyers and look to make some pitching additions to their staff ahead of the Monday trade deadline. However, there have also been rumors floating around that two Cubs players, catcher Carson Kelly […] The post Chicago Cubs Receive Major Trade Updates on Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a busy next four days, as the MLB trade deadline is August 3, and the Cubs figure to be in the thick of roster transactions and trades. Among the biggest needs for Chicago is starting pitching help, and a recent report suggests that catcher Carson Kelly may be […] The post Chicago Cubs’ Carson Kelly Trade Plans Emerge Ahead of MLB Deadline: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 10:13 PMChicago Cubs Receive Major Trade Updates on Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki
There are no shortages of MLB trade rumors circulating across the league right now. For the Chicago Cubs, they are expected to be buyers and look to make some pitching additions to their staff ahead of the Monday trade deadline. However, there have also been rumors floating around that two Cubs players, catcher Carson Kelly […] The post Chicago Cubs Receive Major Trade Updates on Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 12:02 AMChicago Cubs’ Carson Kelly Trade Plans Emerge Ahead of MLB Deadline: Report
The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a busy next four days, as the MLB trade deadline is August 3, and the Cubs figure to be in the thick of roster transactions and trades. Among the biggest needs for Chicago is starting pitching help, and a recent report suggests that catcher Carson Kelly may be […] The post Chicago Cubs’ Carson Kelly Trade Plans Emerge Ahead of MLB Deadline: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
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