Cubs Target Diaz and Valdez in Trade Plans

The Chicago Cubs are actively exploring several trade options to strengthen their lineup and pitching rotation as they aim for a playoff push. The Cubs have shown interest in the Tampa Bay Rays' Yandy Diaz to bolster their offense and the Houston Astros' Framber Valdez to reinforce their rotation, though acquiring him might require significant prospect capital. Additionally, the Cubs are considering Seattle Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz as a trade deadline acquisition to address bullpen issues. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers are exploring free-agent pitchers due to injuries, and the Boston Red Sox are integrating promising young talents into their lineup. These moves are part of broader efforts by teams to strengthen their rosters for the season.