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The Cubs are racing against the clock before the trade deadline, eyeing both a starter and a bullpen boost—especially with their closer spot open. San Diego’s bullpen, led by dominant reliever Mason Miller, is their biggest asset, but trading him is nearly impossible. Instead, they’re eyeing his All-Star setup man, Adrián Morejón—a lefty with elite stuff and strong underlying stats, despite a slightly higher ERA. A rental, he’d slot right into the Cubs’ closer role, but comes with a hefty price tag and a looming free agency. The Padres might counter with prospects like Kane Kepley, Owen Ayers, or even Jaxon Wiggins, or even Ethan Conrad, the Cubs’ 2025 first-round pick who’s finally healthy. But with most traded prospects falling short of expectations, the Cubs may ultimately pass—leaving them to look elsewhere for pitching help.

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