While not the way Chicago Cubs fans were hoping for, it was a transformative MLB trade deadline for the Cubs' pitching staff. The Cubs' bullpen saw additions of Andrew Kittredge and Taylor Rogers, with Michael Soroka also likely to join the bullpen once Jameson Taillon returns from injury.
In the days leading up to the deadline and the immediate aftermath, we've seen the Cubs take steps to prepare their roster for a postseason push. Chris Flexen and Ryan Pressly each had important roles in the Cubs' bullpen during the opening months of the season, and have each found themselves designated for assignment within the last week.