The Chicago Cubs have long been expected to add starting pitching as they seek ways to improve and affirm their status as a World Series contenders ahead of the trade deadline. This time of year, rumors and speculation from insiders are as common as wind in Chicago, and the Cubs have been the subject of many of them due to the kind of first half they have had and the potential the team looks to possess. Chicago is expected by most to be aggressive in searching for starting pitching and of course everyone wants to make the big splash and land the bonafide ace.
