We said a 5-1 record or better over their six-game road trip would turn the Cubs into buyers, and that’s exactly what has happened. Even if they’re not able to complete a four-game sweep of the Cardinals in St. Louis, Jed Hoyer’s team has pushed him into buy mode. Exactly how aggressive he’ll get remains to be seen, but the focus appears to be on bullpen additions.
Jesse Rogers mentioned southpaws Brad Hand and Brent Suter of the Rockies as potential fits due to both their limited contractual obligations and low perceived trade cost.