11:46AM: The Cubs would preferably want to add three pitchers by the deadline, as per The Athletic’s Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal. As such, Hancock would very likely command the largest trade return of the quartet, even though he has the shortest track record of success at the MLB level. Of the rental pitchers, Ray is the most expensive, as he is owed a little under $8MM remaining of his $25MM salary for 2026. However, the Giants have expressed a willingness to cover at least some of that remaining salary in exchange for a better trade return. While there’s some doubt about Hancock’s availability, Ray, Holmes, and Mize are all expected to be dealt before Monday’s deadline.