Cubs Trade Away Prospect to Yankees

The Chicago Cubs have made a trade with the New York Yankees, dealing right-handed pitching prospect Michael Arias for cash. The 23-year-old was designated for assignment earlier this week, when the Cubs made room on the 40-man roster after signing free agent pitcher Colin Rea.

Arias, who made 22 starts in the lower levels of the minor leagues during the 2023 season, gained some attention for some great stretches in A-Ball. He posted a 4.09 ERA with 110 strikeouts in 81.1 innings. However...