Things have not gone the way the Boston Red Sox had hoped this season. One of the things that has gone well is that their closer, Aroldis Chapman, has been fantastic. With Boston sitting at 26-34 and 10.5 games out of first place in the AL East, they are looking like they'll be sellers at August's trade deadline. Chapman could be their biggest bargaining chip to acquire young talent.
One team that could be in the market for a relief pitcher is the Chicago Cubs. They have been very up and down this season and have dealt with a rash of injuries to their pitching staff. However, they have the talent to get hot at the right time and compete for a title. A closer like Chapman could be a key piece in a deep playoff run.
Chicago Cubs - Boston Red Sox Mock Trade
Chicago Cubs Receive
LHP - Aroldis Chapman
