Andrew Vaughn hit a grand slam and had a career-high six RBIs as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Chicago Cubs 9-3

The Chicago Cubs have acquired Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. Chicago, which picked up a win in the final game of the three-game series at Milwaukee, heads into Thursday just a single game behind the Brewers in the National League Central standings.

The Cubs have reached a deal to acquire right-hander Michael Soroka from the Nationals in exchange for two prospects, according to multiple reports Wednesday evening.

The Chicago Cubs’ win Wednesday evened the season series against the Milwaukee Brewers. It sets up a huge five-game series at Wrigley Field in August.

In the midst of a heavyweight battle for first place in the National League Central, the Chicago Cubs are still scouring the landscape for help before Thursday's MLB trade deadline. On their wish list: two starters,

The Chicago Cubs have only two days remaining to address their biggest weakness. In comparison to the other National League contenders, the Cubs have a shaky starting rotation. Matthew Boyd and Shota Imanaga are the only two current pitchers Chicago should feel confident starting in a playoff game,

Ballesteros, 21, is an intriguing prospect who could provide a boost to the Cubs' lineup in a heated playoff race. Across 379 plate appearances with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs this season, he slashed .332/.393/.496 with nine home runs, 57 RBIs, four stolen bases, 35 walks and 49 strikeouts.

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