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Ranking Cubs trade deadline rentals from the last decade from first to worst

The Chicago Cubs have bought a lot of rental at past trade deadlines. Which trades worked out, and which didn't?

Aroldis Chapman pitches in the ninth inning of the 2016 World Series for the Chicago Cubs. | Ezra Shaw/GettyImages

The Chicago Cubs are going to be active and, reportedly, heavily involved in the pitching market at this year's trade deadline. This will be the first time in many years that the team has a clear directive to make significant additions to an already-talented roster.

Many would prefer those additions to have additional years of team control to help bolster the future beyond the 2025 season.