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Cubs manager Craig Counsell emphasizes confidence ahead of trade deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:22 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Cubs manager Craig Counsell emphasizes confidence ahead of trade deadline

Summary

Ahead of the trade deadline, Cubs manager Craig Counsell expressed confidence in his team's current roster despite a recent 2-1 loss to the Yankees. The Cubs have traded Jameson Taillon to the Blue Jays and are likely to pursue additional pitching help due to injuries. Counsell emphasized the importance of focusing on daily performance rather than the trade dealings, stating that the team's competitiveness will not change drastically with any potential trades. The Cubs currently hold a strong position in the wild card race, 14 games above.500, as they approach key decisions before the deadline.

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•Craig Counsell remains confident despite trade deadline uncertainty
•Cubs trade Jameson Taillon to the Blue Jays
•Cubs are 14 games above.500 after loss to Yankees
•Trade activity expected due to pitching staff injuries
•Counsell prioritizes team performance over trade activities

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10:22 PMYahoo Sports — Craig Counsell confident in Cubs however trade deadline goes

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In the hours before Sunday’s game against the Yankees, the buzz in the baseball air was all focused on what will happen the following afternoon when the trade deadline passes....
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