The Chicago Cubs trade for Los Angeles Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn as they look to strengthen their bullpen ahead of the trade deadline. Multiple reports say the Angels and Cubs complete the deal on Monday. Chicago sends a package to Los Angeles that includes Moisés Ballesteros, described as a former top prospect, along with pitching prospect Mason McGwire. In return, the Cubs receive Zeferjahn, a right-handed reliever who is 28 and is viewed as a cost-controlled option. The transaction is characterized by both outlets as aimed at adding a bullpen piece, particularly for higher-leverage relief work. The reported structure of the deal centers on the Cubs giving up prospects to acquire Zeferjahn, whose role with the Angels is as a reliever. The Cubs’ acquisition is presented as an effort to address a need in late-game pitching, while the Angels receive young pitching talent in exchange for the reliever.
Cubs acquire reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels for Moisés Ballesteros
The Chicago Cubs trade for Los Angeles Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn as they look to strengthen their bullpen ahead of the trade deadline. Multiple reports say the Angels and Cubs complete the deal o...
- The Cubs acquire right-handed reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels.
- Chicago sends Moisés Ballesteros to the Angels as part of the trade package.
- Chicago also includes pitching prospect Mason McGwire in the deal.
- Zeferjahn is 28 and is under team control/cost control, according to reports.
- Both outlets describe the move as aimed at improving the Cubs’ bullpen, especially high-leverage relief.
On Monday, Jed Hoyer went out and got the bat-missing, right-handed reliever his team needs.
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