Cubs' Jed Hoyer Reveals Timeline for Chicago's Trade Deadline Additions originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Cubs need some reinforcements as soon as possible. At 51-35, they’ve played well, but the Cubs have been a below-average team over the past month, which is somewhat concerning.

After speaking with the media, Chicago Cubs team president Jed Hoyer has reiterated his plans for what the Cubs will do at the upcoming trade deadline.

The Cubs need help on their pitching staff, and the trade deadline is the moment to acquire that help. Here's what that could look like.