The Chicago Cubs stayed quiet at the MLB trade deadline as Jed Hoyer prioritized the future over rental starters in a tight pitching market.

MILWAUKEE -- In the midst of a heavyweight battle for first place in the National League Central, the Chicago Cubs are still scouring the landscape for help before Thursday's MLB trade deadline. On their wish list: two starters, a reliever, a potential upgrade at third base and perhaps a backup center fielder.

At the time of writing, we have about 5 hours left before the deadline. The Cubs not making a move, in theory, is inexcusable. They did a lot to acquire Kyle Tucker for 2025, so it wouldn't make much sense to take your foot off the gas now, especially when you have the second best record in baseball. We're in for a wild finish.