Cubs expected to acquire three Mets pitchers ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Chicago Cubs are predicted to trade for three pitchers from the New York Mets as they approach the 2026 MLB trade deadline. Key targets include Freddy Peralta, along with Huascar Brazoban and either A.J. Minter or Brooks Raley. This follows a summer trade for David Peterson from the Mets. The Cubs are addressing injuries and performance issues in their pitching staff, aiming to enhance both their bullpen and starting rotation through this deal.
- •Cubs focus on bolstering pitching at upcoming trade deadline.
- •Freddy Peralta, Huascar Brazoban, and one of Minter or Raley targeted.
- •Cubs have previously traded for David Peterson from the Mets this summer.
- •Injuries and poor performance have driven Cubs to seek pitching help.
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs trade deadline prediction with Mets lands three pitchers in fascinating deal
"This fascinating prediction would have three Mets pitchers dealt to the Cubs.
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