Cubs trade for Ryan Zeferjahn, sending Moisés Ballesteros to Angels
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:42 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-handed reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for catcher Moisés Ballesteros and right-hander Mason McGwire. Zeferjahn, 28, has a 3.66 ERA and four saves in 45 appearances this season. Known for his impressive fastball and sweeper, he can serve as a closer or setup man. Ballesteros, 22, had a brief stint in the majors before being optioned to Triple-A, while McGwire has shown improvement after returning from injury. This trade further emphasizes the Angels' ongoing roster changes ahead of the deadline.
- •Cubs acquire Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels for Moisés Ballesteros.
- •Zeferjahn has a 3.66 ERA and 75 strikeouts this season.
- •Ballesteros struggled in Triple-A after a short MLB stint.
- •Mason McGwire is ranked as the Cubs' 18th-best prospect.
- •Angels continue roster changes amid trade talks.
- 9:42 PMYahoo Sports — Angels Land Huge Package in Deadline Reliever Trade
- 8:43 PMYahoo Sports — MLB trade deadline: Chicago Cubs pick up another reliever, acquire Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels
- 8:19 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs acquire reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels for Moisés Ballesteros
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Angels trade Ryan Zeferjahn to Cubs
- 7:49 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Cubs Acquire Ryan Zeferjahn From Angels - MLB Trade Rumors
"A bullpen that needs more high-leverage relievers is bringing in one of the better cost-controllable arms. The Chicago Cubs have traded for Los Angeles Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn, a source confirmed to the Tribune on Monday. The move required a hefty return, sending former top prospect Moisès Ballesteros and pitching prospect Mason McGwire to the Angels. Zeferjahn, 28, is under team ...
"The Los Angeles Angels traded right-handed reliever Ryan Zeferjahn to the Chicago Cubs Monday, receiving a great package in return. The post Angels Land Huge Package in Deadline Reliever Trade appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"Zeferjahn gives the Cubs a controllable reliever for their bullpen. MLB Trade Rumors breaks down the deal and Zeferjahn's numbers in 2026.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 9:42 PMAngels Land Huge Package in Deadline Reliever Trade
The Los Angeles Angels traded right-handed reliever Ryan Zeferjahn to the Chicago Cubs Monday, receiving a great package in return. The post Angels Land Huge Package in Deadline Reliever Trade appeared first on LA Sports Report.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 8:43 PMMLB trade deadline: Chicago Cubs pick up another reliever, acquire Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels
A bullpen that needs more high-leverage relievers is bringing in one of the better cost-controllable arms. The Chicago Cubs have traded for Los Angeles Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn, a source confirmed to the Tribune on Monday. The move required a hefty return, sending former top prospect Moisès Ballesteros and pitching prospect Mason McGwire to the Angels. Zeferjahn, 28, is under team ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 8:19 PMCubs acquire reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels for Moisés Ballesteros
The Cubs made a big move to shore up the back of their bullpen with a hard-throwing right-hander.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 8:14 PMAngels trade Ryan Zeferjahn to Cubs
The Angels continue their fire sale by trading their best reliever to the Cubs.
- MLB Trade RumorsAug 3, 2026, 7:49 PMCubs Acquire Ryan Zeferjahn From Angels - MLB Trade Rumors
Zeferjahn gives the Cubs a controllable reliever for their bullpen. MLB Trade Rumors breaks down the deal and Zeferjahn's numbers in 2026.
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