Cubs Trade for Strikeout Machine | Chicago Cubs News

The Cubs just pulled off a blockbuster trade, acquiring strikeout machine Ryan Zephyr John from the Angels to fix their shaky bullpen. With 75 Ks and a 3.66 ERA, he’s elite at missing bats and comes with control through 2030. He’s poised to be a key setup man right away, giving the Cubs a much-needed late-inning weapon. The price? They’re sending off Moises Ballesteros, a former top prospect who’s struggled lately. This move signals the Cubs are prioritizing immediate impact and long-term stability over rebuilding depth — and it’s a bold, high-stakes gamble for the postseason. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5f591e24c6955e8c