NEW YORK -- The Cubs will be getting help for their bullpen in the second half, but don't jump to conclusions that they've made a trade.
Once Adam Warren completes his assignment as the sixth starter, he'll be back in the 'pen, and lefty Clayton Richard should return soon from the disabled list.
There are other options, as well. Joe Nathan is rehabbing with Double-A Tennessee, and Jack Leathersich is pitching for the Cubs' Rookie-level team. Brian Matusz is getting in shape at the team complex in Mesa, Ariz.