Cubs pursue Tarik Skubal ahead of MLB trade deadline

The Chicago Cubs are entering the race for pitcher Tarik Skubal as the MLB trade deadline approaches on Monday. While the Cubs are looking to bolster their roster, the Los Angeles Dodgers are favored to acquire Skubal, who is a two-time American League Cy Young Award winner. Chicago’s competitive bid comes as teams are finalizing their strategies ahead of the deadline. As the Cubs weigh their options, the results of their negotiation efforts could reshape their postseason prospects.

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