Cubs Rumors: Mitch Keller’s contract could reveal hidden deadline agenda What Mitch Keller’s contract really means for the deadline By Jordan Campbell | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Pittsburgh Pirates v Chicago Cubs | Michael Reaves/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller was the latest target added to the Cubs’ growing search for a starting pitcher ahead of the Major League Baseball Trade Deadline. What makes Keller an intriguing target for the Cubs is his contract situation. Keller is in the middle of a five-year deal he signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates before the 2024 season. In other words, if the