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MLB trade deadline 2025: Breaking down Chicago Cubs' options

MILWAUKEE -- In the midst of a heavyweight battle for first place in the National League Central, the Chicago Cubs are still scouring the landscape for help before Thursday's MLB trade deadline. On their wish list: two starters, a reliever, a potential upgrade at third base and perhaps a backup center fielder.

The man to get it done? President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer, who received a multiyear contract extension Monday as ownership believes he's the right person to lead the organization during this trade deadline and beyond.

With such a lengthy to-do list, why hasn't Hoyer made a move yet with just days left to deal?