What we’re hearing about the Cubs, starting with the David Peterson trade

Amid an onslaught of pitching injuries, Jed Hoyer’s front office made a deal with the Mets out of desperation, hoping a change of scenery and an elite defense can help a one-time All-Star get back on track. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down the Peterson trade from multiple angles, including what the Cubs gave up, where they’re trending as the trade deadline approaches, and why they won’t stop now. Plus, updates on Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera from New York.

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