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Cubs keep Willson Contreras and Ian Happ, trade David Robertson and Mychal Givens

Despite weeks of trade speculation, Contreras and Happ will remain in their Cubs uniforms. Robertson, 37, claimed the closer role for the Cubs this year, posting a 2.23 ERA and recording 14 saves.

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Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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Former White Sox, Cubs pitcher Jose Quintana traded to Cardinals

The Pirates traded the veteran left-hander to the Cardinals in exchange for reliever Johan Oviedo and corner infield prospect Malcolm Nunez. Pittsburgh also sent right-handed reliever Chris Stratton to St. Louis.

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Three Things to Know Entering MLB Trade Deadline Day

From the Juan Soto sweepstakes to the Cubs’ All-Stars, here are some key story lines to follow on this eventful day in MLB.

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Cardinals swing rare in-division deal, set to land lefty Jose Quintana from Pittsburgh

The Cardinals' urgent search for a starter and wish to add a lefty merged Monday evening for a deal they rarely make, even at the deadline.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Strong deadline deals in 2012-14 were major factor in Cubs building toward elusive title

Trading veterans for prospects helped them amass talent that aided their run to the 2016 World Series title.

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Yankees trade for Cubs reliever Scott Effross

A day after red flags went up over their bullpen, the Yankees got some help. They acquired right-handed reliever Scott Effross from the Cubs in exchange for highly-thought-of minor leaguer Hayden Wesneski.

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Cubs trade Scott Effross for Yankees No. 7 prospect Hayden Wesneski

Effross, after debuting last year in late August, has posted a 2.66 ERA for the Cubs this year.

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This dog had a dream night in McCovey Cove during the Cubs-Giants game and MLB fans rightfully loved it

This paddleboard pup had a NIGHT at the Cubs-Giants game.

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Cubs’ Willson Contreras on trade deadline: ‘I just want this to be over’

The Cubs’ 4-0 loss to the Giants was their last game before the trade deadline.

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Zach McKinstry makes Cubs debut in 4-0 loss to Giants

The Cubs acquired McKinstry from the Dodgers for veteran reliever Chris Martin.

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This You Gotta See: Will White Sox find much-needed help by Tuesday trade deadline?

Here’s what’s happening.

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The Weirdest Baseball Trades Ever

A broadcaster for a minor leaguer? A Hall of Famer for a fence? Here are the strangest swaps of all time.

Sports Illustrated

In final start before deadline, Carlos Rodón shows his value

SAN FRANCISCO — If this was Carlos Rodón’s final start in orange and black, he didn’t hold anything back. If not, then, well, the Giants enter the stretch run a few games out of playoff position with a pair of aces up their sleeve.

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Cubs’ Drew Smyly gives up five runs to Giants in last start before the trade deadline

The Cubs lost to the Giants 5-4.

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Cubs sign 11 more draft picks, including second- and fourth-rounders

Jackson Ferris and Nazier Mulé signed for over-slot bonuses, as expected.

Los Angeles Times

Dodgers acquire reliever Chris Martin in trade with Cubs

DENVER — It didn't rock the boat, but the Dodgers are hoping their first pre-trade deadline acquisition Saturday can help steady the ship down the stretch.

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Report: Dodgers Trade for Cubs RP Chris Martin

The World Series contenders will hope the move pads their bullpen for the stretch run.

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Cubs trade Chris Martin to Dodgers, deadline exodus begins

The Cubs acquired utility player Zach McKinstry from the Dodgers.

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David Ross Apologizes for ‘Double Birds’ at Joc Pederson

“I don’t want any kids out there giving the birds to anybody,” the manager said.

Chicago Sun-Times

Sports Saturday baseball quiz: Please, don’t trade me

Imagine if we could be dealt just like major-leaguers. Actually, I’d rather not.

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SF Giants fall back into losing ways with loss to Cubs

SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Giants’ are back to their losing ways after the Chicago Cubs handed them a 4-2 loss on Friday night at Oracle Park.

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Cubs even series with 4-2 win vs. Giants

The Cubs evened the series at 1-1.

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David Ross apologizes for gesture: ‘Don’t want any kids out there giving the birds’

The Cubs manager was caught on camera Thursday holding up both middle fingers.

Sports Illustrated

Shohei Ohtani Is Not Getting Traded

By this time next week, it will all be over. We’ll know which teams acquired starting pitchers Luis Castillo, José Quintana and Noah Syndergaard. We’ll see where the Cubs sent All-Star catcher Willson Contreras and closer David Robertson, and if they dealt All-Star outfielder Ian Happ. ...

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