Chicago Cubs Rumors: Nathan Eovaldi the perfect fit for pitching needs?

Will the Cubs trade for him?

All signs point the Cubs making at least one deal before the deadline, but in my opinion, I see them trading for a reliever and not a starter.

As noted above, Lester is an ace – despite approaching his mid-30s. Both Hendricks and Quintana are more than capable of bolstering a rotation come October. And, despite the odds, Darvish could come back down the stretch and play the role of midseason acquisition.

At the end of the day, you need a minimum of three quality arms. The Cubs already have that. Meanwhile, the bullpen remains overworked – and it’s shown of late. Adding one or two arms to the pen could do a great deal for Chicago in the season’s final two-plus months.

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However, if they do choose to add a starter, expect Eovaldi. Be shocked, flabbergasted and downright shocked if the guy joining the mix is Jacob deGrom.