Cubs seek to acquire pitcher Emerson Hancock from Mariners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:07 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Chicago Cubs will begin a series against the New York Yankees at Wrigley Field this afternoon, following their recent 4-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cubs are actively pursuing new pitching options, with reports indicating interest in several pitchers, including Emerson Hancock of the Seattle Mariners. Hancock has made 20 starts this season with a record of 6-5 and a 3.26 ERA. As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Cubs are considering potential trades involving pitchers like Tarik Skubal, Clay Holmes, and Robbie Ray to enhance their roster.
- •Cubs play Yankees today at Wrigley Field.
- •Cubs recently beat Cardinals 4-2.
- •Cubs are looking for new pitchers to improve their rotation.
- •Emerson Hancock has a 3.26 ERA in 20 starts.
- •Trade deadline approaches with multiple targets under consideration.
- 6:07 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs Reportedly Interested In Trading For 27-Year-Old Pitcher
"On Friday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs will open up a series with the New York Yankees at Wrigley Field.They are coming off a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday in Missouri.Cubs Reportedly Interested In Trading For 27-Year-OldThe Cubs have been a team that is in need of pitching.According to Bob Nightengale of […] The post Chicago Cubs Reportedly Interested In Trading For 27-Year-Old Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
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