The 2018 trade deadline is approaching, and the Chicago Cubs will most likely be looking at pitching. Another starter is what is being discussed a lot considering the struggles of Tyler Chatwood and Yu Darvish being on the DL. However the bullpen is an area that also will likely be addressed. It is not like it is struggling mightily, but there have been injury issues and a contending team cannot have enough bullpen options.
One thing that is very noticeable during the Cubs series in San Diego is the number of quality relievers the Padres have.