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"name": "What are the Chicago Cubs' needs at the 2025 trade deadline?",
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"text": "The Chicago cubs are primarily looking to acquire starting pitchers with major league experience and a high-leverage relief pitcher to bolster their bullpen. They may also seek a short-term solution at third base."
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"name": "Which players are rumored to be potential trade targets for the Cubs?",
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"text": "Potential trade targets for the Cubs include Mitch Keller, Jesús Luzardo, Merrill Kelly, Eugenio Suárez, and Pete Fairbanks. These players could address the Cubs' needs in pitching and at third base."
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"name": "why might the Pittsburgh Pirates be willing to trade Mitch Keller?",
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"text": "Despite signing a five-year extension, the Pirates may trade Mitch Keller due to financial considerations, as his salary constitutes a meaningful portion of their payroll. They may need to allocate funds to retain other key players like Paul Skenes."
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"name": "What makes Jesús Luzardo an attractive trade target for the Cubs?",
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"text": "Jesús Luzardo, a former Cy Young award winner, offers the Cubs two seasons of control. While he is two years removed from Tommy John surgery, he is expected to regain his effectiveness, making him a valuable addition to the pitching rotation."
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"name": "Why is Eugenio Suárez a potential offensive upgrade for the Cubs?",
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"text": "Eugenio Suárez is approaching 30 home runs before the All-Star break, addressing the Cubs' struggles at third base. As a free agent, the Diamondbacks might be willing to trade him, providing the Cubs with a significant offensive boost."
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"name": "What role could Pete Fairbanks fill in the Cubs' bullpen?",
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"text": "Pete Fairbanks, a right-handed pitcher with a fastball reaching 97 mph and quality off-speed pitches, could provide a remedy for the Cubs' overtaxed bullpen due
