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3 players the Cubs can still acquire to upgrade the starting rotation

The Chicago Cubs still have opportunities to upgrade the starting rotation this offseason.

Although several notable names like Dylan Cease and Michael King are already off the board, the Cubs can still flex their financial muscles to sign a new starter and bolster their rotation for the 2026 campaign. This is arguably the Cubs' biggest need right now, and here are three options I would be happy with the Cubs pursuing.

3 impact pitchers the Cubs could still add to the starting rotation

Tatsuya Imai

Tatsuya Imai is at the top of the list for the Cubs right now and he is the most sought-after Japanese player making his way to MLB this offseason.