From Chicago Sun-Times · · 1m 30s
Cubs trade rumors: Tarik Skubal
Cubs could trade Tarik Skubal to boost pitching but need more arms.
In brief
Cubs could trade Tarik Skubal to boost pitching but need more arms. Cubs want pitching help beyond Tarik Skubal but may not afford his massive contract. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Cubs pitching needs
Cubs need pitching help after finishing 14 games back in NL Central standings.
Jed Hoyer's priority
Hoyer said reworking pitching staff is Priority No. 1 for Cubs this winter.
Brewers' success
Brewers won World Series and have best record in baseball last two years.
Skubal's potential
Skubal is two-time Cy Young winner who could bolster Cubs pitching staff.
Skubal's contract
Skubal expected to land massive contract that Cubs might not afford.
Cubs' pitching issues
All five starting pitchers free agents; bullpen needs overhaul after injuries.
Cubs' past pitching
Cubs gave up more homers than almost every other team last season.
Hoyer's strategy
Hoyer tried to add ground-ball and strikeout pitchers with Holmes and Gausman.
Brewers' pitching
Brewers have 1.38 ERA in 65 playoff innings with strong bullpen.
Cubs' trade options
Cubs could trade Skubal for pitching help but need more arms.
Cubs' future
Cubs aim to play championship-caliber baseball like Brewers this year.
Skubal's value
Skubal would liven arms race with Brewers but Cubs have more pitching needs.
Cubs' decision
Cubs must decide if betting big on Skubal closes gap with Brewers.
The big picture
Cubs want pitching help beyond Tarik Skubal but may not afford his massive contract.
