US EditionChicago Cubs Bolster Bullpen, Acquire Reliever in Late-Night Trade with the Orioles
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, JUL 31 – The Cubs added veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge to strengthen their bullpen as they chase the National League Central lead and a top Wild Card spot, sources said.
- On Wednesday night, the Chicago Cubs acquired reliever Andrew Kittredge from the Baltimore Orioles, less than 24 hours before Thursday's 6 p.m. ET trade deadline.
- Facing a bullpen ranked 13th with a 3.86 ERA, Cubs relief pitchers have a pressing need, trailing the Brewers by one game for the NL Central.
- On only 31 1/3 innings this season, Kittredge has posted a 3.56 ERA, 25.2% strikeout rate, and a 1.121 WHIP for Baltimore.
- His arrival strengthens a bullpen that has wavered at times, adding high-leverage experience while maintaining flexibility for further moves before the deadline.
- Meanwhile, Baltimore plans to reload for 2026 after a disappointing 2025, while the Cubs sit in pole position for the NL's top Wild Card berth with two months left.
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