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Cubs Seek Elite Closer Clase to Bolster World Series Hopes
8 Jul
Summary
- Cubs currently 4th-best team in MLB at 54-36
- Closer Emmanuel Clase of Guardians identified as top trade target
- Clase has 3.20 ERA, 19 saves in 2025 season so far
The Chicago Cubs are firmly in the hunt for a World Series championship in the 2025 MLB season. Currently sitting at 54-36, the Cubs are the fourth-best team in the league and are considered a legitimate contender.
As the trade deadline approaches, the Cubs' front office, led by Jed Hoyer, is expected to be active in the market. The team recognizes that adding a key piece or two could help them achieve their ultimate goal of winning a title.
One player who has emerged as a potential target for the Cubs is Emmanuel Clase, the star closer for the Cleveland Guardians. Clase, a two-time AL Reliever of the Year, has put his early-season struggles behind him and is now thriving, with a 1.88 ERA and seven saves over his last 15 outings. If the Guardians are willing to part with their longtime closer, the Cubs could see Clase as the perfect addition to their bullpen, giving them an elite one-two punch to close out games.
Throughout the 2025 season, Clase has appeared in 40 games for the Guardians, compiling a 4-2 record, a 3.20 ERA, and 19 saves. At just 27 years old, he could be a long-term solution for the Cubs, not just a short-term rental.
