Cubs trade pitch lands nine-year veteran, but it would be a disaster

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The Chicago Cubs have been very impressive to start the season, though the injuries on the mound have been a significant problem.

It might not look like it right now because the Cubs have really stepped up in a lot of areas, but as the year goes on, there's no debate that the Cubs are going to have to make a move or two if they're in a position to win a World Series at the deadline.

Recently proposing a trade, Sports Illustrated came up with one that would be with the Houston Astros to land a starter who might not be a bad addition, but has also dealt with his fair share of injuries.

Cubs Acquire: SP Lance McCullers Jr.
Astros Acquire: INF Fernando Cruz

“The Cubs make this trade because, at 22–12 and in first place, they can focus on adding pitching depth with upside for a playoff push rather than long-term prospects. They acquire Lance McCullers Jr., who still offers strikeout ability (33 K in 31.1 IP) despite a 6.32 ERA and 1.40 WHIP, making him a high-variance but useful depth starter who could stabilize the rotation or provide matchup value,” Ryan Shea of SI .