In order for the Chicago Cubs to be considered true contenders in the National League, they need to play close to flawless baseball for the rest of July. As the number of losses grows, so do the rumors of who could depart the North Side at the trade deadline. The latest rumor involving starting pitcher Jameson Taillon makes too much sense to ignore.
Throughout 2024, the Cubs have had more bad stretches than good. This has led them to a sub-500 record and an uncomfortable position at the bottom of the NL Central division.