The trade deadline is only a month away, but reports continue to suggest that the Cubs could pull the trigger on a new starting pitcher before the market really gets moving. Ben Brown has already been demoted to accommodate Shu014dta Imanaga‘s return, yet questions remain in Craig Counsell’s starting rotation. An argument could be made that the Cubs’ biggest issue in any acquisition will be adding salaries rather than parting with prospects.
Sandy Alcántara’s name has been ubiquitous for a while now, as the Cubs have had an eye on him for a decent portion of this season.