New Delhi, July 19 -- The Chicago Cubs have reached an agreement with right-handed pitcher Spencer Turnbull, with the trade deadline looming on July 31, 2025. This move comes as the Cubs look to strengthen their roster as they gear up for a crucial three-game series against the Boston Red Sox at Wrigley Field.

At 32, Spencer Turnbull brings a lot of experience to Chicago's pitching corps, despite a challenging 2025 season with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Turnbull posted a 7.11 ERA in just 6.1 innings across three appearances before being designated for assignment on June 27. His struggles in Toronto followed a late signing in May, which likely contributed to his underwhelming performance.

His fastball velocity, averaging 90.9 mph in the maj...