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Chicago Cubs Trade Pitch Lands Star Pitcher in Massive Offseason Move

The Chicago Cubs are going to be one of the league’s most intriguing teams to watch during this offseason.After being swept in the NL Wild Card series by the San Diego Padres, the Cubs need to improve their roster. They…

By Michael DeRosa · Heavy

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 3:33 PM

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A Heavy Sports trade proposal suggests the Chicago Cubs acquire pitcher Reid Detmers from the Los Angeles Angels.
The writer proposes a permanent trade package sending Matt Shaw, Jaxon Wiggins, and Caden Sorrell to the Angels.
DeRosa argues Chicago requires rotation upgrades after being swept by the San Diego Padres in the postseason.

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Heavy Sports writer Michael DeRosa proposes a trade pitch sending Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers to the Chicago Cubs. In the hypothetical blockbuster deal, Chicago would acquire Detmers in exchange for infielder Matt Shaw alongside prospects Jaxon Wiggins and Caden Sorrell.

DeRosa argues that the Cubs urgently require rotation upgrades following an NL Wild Card series sweep by the San Diego Padres. Detmers recorded a 3.36 ERA and 211 strikeouts this season, and the proposal notes he remains under team control through the 2028 campaign.

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Chicago Cubs Trade Pitch Lands Star Pitcher in Massive Offseason Move

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