Frequently Asked Questions
Did the Chicago Cubs try to trade for Jose Soriano at the deadline?
Yes, the Cubs contacted the Toronto Blue Jays after Toronto had already acquired Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels to see if the Jays would flip him again. The Blue Jays listened to the Cubs' inquiry but ultimately kept Soriano.
Which teams called the Blue Jays about trading Jose Soriano after they got him?
The Chicago Cubs and the Minnesota Twins both reached out to the Blue Jays after Toronto finalized the Soriano deal with the Angels. The Twins reportedly made the most progress in those talks, but no second trade happened.
What prospect did the Twins offer the Blue Jays for Jose Soriano?
The Twins were prepared to send a package headlined by Kaelen Culpepper, Minnesota's third-ranked prospect, in exchange for Soriano. The deal never came together.
What trades did the Cubs and Blue Jays actually complete at the deadline?
The Cubs designated Jameson Taillon for assignment and he was moved to the Blue Jays, who then traded Kevin Gausman to the Cubs in a separate deal for a pair of prospects. The two clubs were clearly active with each other throughout deadline day.
Did the Cubs make any trade with the Angels at the deadline?
Yes, the Cubs sent catcher Moises Ballesteros and right-handed pitching prospect Mason McGwire to the Angels in exchange for reliever Ryan Zeferjahn. The Cubs had also shown interest in both Soriano and Reid Detmers from the Angels but neither of those deals materialized.
Aldo Soto
With a journalism degree from Eastern Illinois University and a decade of Cubs reporting, my work has appeared on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and the Pinwheels and Ivy Podcast. I cover Cubs news and analysis for Sports Mockery, including roster moves, game breakdowns, and prospect development.
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