The Cubs' recent struggles against Jacob deGrom and the Braves have sparked discussions about the team's future. While deGrom's dominance at nearly 38 years old is remarkable, the Cubs' struggles against him and the Braves' overall dominance in the league highlight the team's need for improvement. The Cubs' starting pitcher trade rumors are starting to accelerate, with potential targets like Zac Gallen and Sandy Alcantara being discussed. However, trades of significance before July are exceedingly rare, and the Cubs' schedule after the Braves series provides an opportunity to create some space. The Bulls' lottery win is a positive development, but the Cubs' focus remains on improving their roster. The team's injuries and the need for a steady, lower-ceiling, game-management type pitcher like Jameson Taillon underscore the importance of finding solutions to their current challenges.
