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Cubs Pursue Marlins’ Edward Cabrera To Shore Up Rotation

Miami’s narrow playoff window has complicated talks over Cabrera’s potential departure

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 4: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins pitches during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at loanDepot park on July 4, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
MIAMI, FLORIDA - JULY 6: Edward Cabrera #27 of the Miami Marlins walks off the mound in the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at loanDepot Park on July 6, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 09: Starting pitcher Lucas Giolito #54 of the Boston Red Sox throws in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Fenway Park on July 09, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Overview

  • Season-ending injuries to Justin Steele and a stint on the injured list for Jameson Taillon have left the Cubs with a thin rotation.
  • The Cubs lead the NL Central but need reliable starters for a postseason run against power-packed opponents.
  • Edward Cabrera has delivered a career-best 3.33 ERA with 80 strikeouts over 78 innings while carrying a modest $1.95 million salary and three years of team control.
  • Miami’s 42-48 record and seven-game deficit in the NL East are prompting its front office to weigh playoff hopes against maximizing Cabrera’s trade value.
  • Contenders including the Mets, Blue Jays, Yankees and Cubs are reportedly lining up for Cabrera ahead of the MLB trade deadline.