{"id":122876,"date":"2026-05-27T22:56:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T02:56:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=122876"},"modified":"2026-05-27T22:56:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T02:56:36","slug":"cubs-trade-targets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2026\/05\/27\/cubs-trade-targets\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Starting Pitchers Could be Cubs Trade Targets"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cubs trade targets are becoming an increasingly important topic as the 2026 season goes on. The starting rotation has not lived up to its promise, which has become a big issue. The rotation has struggled to limit runs, which has contributed to the rough May stretch they have been going through. Unfortunately, every attempt to end the slump<\/a> has not worked out well. There is a long way to go until the trade deadline, but if the Cubs wish to become true contenders this year, then they need to start doing their due diligence.<\/p>\n

Some of the Top Cubs Trade Targets<\/h2>\n

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Chicago has had very little success with the rotation. Much of this is due to injuries; most recently, Edward Cabrera went on\u00a0the injured list with a blister on his middle finger<\/a>.\u00a0 Any of the starters who have stayed healthy have struggled to maintain consistency and string together meaningful games. The one bright side is that Ben Brown<\/a> has had a breakout season<\/a>. With the injuries and poor performances in mind, there are plenty of game-changing Cubs trade targets.<\/p>\n

Tarik Skubal<\/h3>\n

Obviously, Tarik Skubal<\/a> would be one of the top Cubs’ trade targets that they could acquire. Before getting injured, it was business as usual for the star pitcher. He was 3-2 with a 2.70 ERA and 45 strikeouts. His talent is undeniable, and if the Tigers are actually looking at moving him, then he is the top trade target. The issues would be if they actually wanted to trade him, and if they did, it would be hard to see the Cubs having enough to acquire him. It would likely take multiple elite prospects, which Chicago does not have available. He could be the Ace the team needs, but it may just cost too much.<\/p>\n

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.@JonHeyman<\/a>‘s top potential landing spot for Tarik Skubal if he’s moved?<\/p>\n

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