What we’re hearing about the Cubs before the All-Star break: Trade deadline thoughts and more

It’s no secret that Jed Hoyer’s front office is looking to add pitching before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. But how do the Cubs go about it this time? The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney have some ideas, based on their reporting, knowledge of the team and early reads of the market. Plus, an update on the expectations for Justin Steele and some more historical references for Pete Crow-Armstrong’s MVP-level performance.

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