Chicago Cubs President Jed Hoyer announced that the team is unlikely to make moves solely focused on improving the 2024 roster before the July 30 trade deadline, unless there is a significant winning streak in the next week. Instead, the Cubs will prioritize acquiring players who can contribute in 2025 and beyond, reflecting their disappointing performance this season and a focus on future competitiveness. Despite some bright spots, such as the performances of Michael Busch and Shota Imanaga, the Cubs are currently 48-53 and 3.5 games out of a wild card spot. Hoyer emphasized the importance of being nimble and not firmly planting their feet, recalling last year's shift from sellers to buyers after an 18-6 run post-All-Star break. The Cubs' bullpen, including standout Drew Smyly, has been a key factor in recent games, but overall offensive struggles have hindered their progress.