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Cubs Likely to Acquire Aroldis Chapman as Red Sox Struggle

The Cubs would take on Chapman’s remaining $10.75 million salary to bolster a bullpen in need of a front-line closer before the June deadline.

ATLANTA, GA - MAY 30: Aroldis Chapman #45 of the Boston Red Sox pitches during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves Sox at Truist Park on May 30, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 13: Carlos Narváez #75 of the Boston Red Sox and Aroldis Chapman #44 of the Boston Red Sox celebrate winning the game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on April 13, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

Overview

  • Reliever Aroldis Chapman has posted a 1.96 ERA, 31 strikeouts and eight saves in nine opportunities this season, boosting his trade value.
  • The Cubs’ back-end bullpen features Drew Pomeranz, Daniel Palencia and Brad Keller but lacks a proven closer for a postseason push.
  • Chicago would assume the rest of Chapman’s $10.75 million contract, a cost the front office views as justified for title contention.
  • Boston sits 8.5 games behind the Yankees with a sub-.500 record, increasing pressure to trade veteran relievers like Chapman.
  • Red Sox lefty Garrett Crochet has delivered 20 strikeouts in two starts against the Braves, potentially shaping Boston’s deadline plans.