The Chicago Cubs are looking into the trade market for starting pitching and third base help in part because of the Milwaukee Brewers.

Chicago Cubs look for offensive boost to get out of losing slump The Cubs have lost nine out of their last 10 series. Jed Hoyer didn't rule out bringing in a new bat ahead of the trade deadline.

The Chicago Cubs learned the hard way last season how difficult and taxing it can be to dig out of a hole to stay in the postseason hunt. As the offense continues its six-week flounder, especially ...