Since June 2, the Chicago Cubs played 13 games in four cities. Though they went only 7-6, they expanded their lead in the NL Central.

With a focus on strengthening their starting rotation and bullpen, the Chicago Cubs are preparing for the MLB trade deadline. That need is unsurprising, as injuries have depleted the starting rotation that is without Justin Steele due to season-ending surgery on his left elbow.

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Among those in attendance was 67-year-old prostate cancer survivor Clark Atwater, who threw out the ceremonial first pitch.

The Pittsburgh Pirates (29-42) visit the Chicago Cubs (42-28) Saturday for the third game of their 4-game series. First pitch from Wrigley Field is at 2:20 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Pirates vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

The Chicago Cubs are on top of the NL Central with a depleted rotation. The quiet consistency of Matthew Boyd is a major reason for their success.

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The Chicago Cubs need starting pitching help and not just from the return of injured left-hander Shota Imanaga.

During the first year of the collaboration, AbbVie will donate $233 for each strikeout made by a Cubs pitcher during home games throughout the regular season.