The Cubs began to make their moves ahead of the trade deadline Friday, agreeing to deal left-hander Andrew Chafin to the Athletics on Monday for minor-league outfielder Greg Deichmann and minor-league right hander Daniel Palencia. Deichmann, 26, is playing at Triple-A Las Vegas and Palencia, 21, at Low-A Stockton.
The Cubs acquired Chafin at the trade deadline last season from the Diamondbacks. Though he wasn’t with the Cubs for long, he quickly established himself as one of manager David Ross’ most trustworthy high-leverage arms.
Chafin, who re-signed with the Cubs in the offseason, had been a force at the back of the bullpen with right-hander Ryan Tepera and closer Craig Kimbrel.