The Chicago Cubs were always likely to add pitching to the roster both in their starting rotation and bullpen. To this point, the only notable moves the Cubs have made in either department were a trade with the Cleveland Guardians for reliever Eli Morgan as well as signing starter Matthew Boyd on a two-year deal.

The Chicago Cubs have not been in the postseason since the shortened 2020 season and they have not won a playoff game since 2017.  While the team has made