The Chicago Cubs have found a new focus in the tail half of the 2025 offseason: bullpen depth. In late January, the Cubs traded for Houston Astros two-time All-Star closer Ryan Pressly, who looks to be Chicago's top choice for the ninth-inning role heading into the new season.

The Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier and cash from the Dodgers in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations, the clubs announced on Tuesday night. Brasier, 37, was designated for assignment last week when the Dodgers signed Kirby Yates,