Cubs upgrade lineup depth, acquire utility player Willi Castro

The Cubs’ main focus this trade deadline has been pitching, but they reportedly upgraded their lineup depth as well.

The Cubs acquired utility player Willi Castro from the Twins for Double-A pitchers Ryan Gallagher, the No. 8 prospect in their system, and Sam Armstrong, the team announced Thursday.

Castro, and All-Star last year, has slashed .245/.335/.407 this season. The Cubs bench has received limited playing time this season, with a roster light on platoons. But switch-hitting...