The Chicago Cubs made a huge splash at the MLB Trade Deadline with a bunch of impactful movies to improve their roster for what they hope will be a deep playoff run. One of their biggest moves was acquiring starting pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the New York Mets for the 63 overall MLB prospect Jefferson Rojas. This was a massive move for both the teams and fantasy baseball owners.
— MLB (@MLB) August 3, 2026Chicago is expecting Holmes to be a key piece for them off the mound, and Taylor has been red-hot for a while now. Holmes is set to come off the 60-day IL very soon as he continues to do rehab stints as he fully recovers from his fractured fibula. The assumption is that he will return as a starter, despite his extensive experience out of the bullpen.
Fantasy Impact
RHP Clay Holmes, Chicago Cubs
This is a great move for Holmes's fantasy value. The Mets are a sinking ship and any player that escaped Queens at the trade deadline should see a boost in their fantasy value after their fire sale.
