Cubs Predicted to Cut Ties With Top Prospect at MLB Trade Deadline originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Cubs are one of the best teams in baseball and have sat atop the NL standings for much of this season. That means, like for many teams, the trade deadline will likely be about acquiring established MLB talent to fill areas of need.

The Cubs know they need more pitching to get through October. Jameson Taillon and Matthew Boyd represent the type of pitchers they seek.