The Chicago Cubs are finalizing a trade with the Miami Marlins that would send right-handed pitcher Edward Cabrera to Chicago. The talks, first reported by Bleacher Nation, have progressed to the stage where both clubs are reviewing medical records. While no official confirmation has been made, multiple reports indicate the deal is nearing completion.
Sources suggest that the trade package is expected to feature position-player prospects rather than top pitching talent from the Cubs’ farm system. Chicago’s highest-ranked arms are not expected to be included. Miami has previously shown interest in Cubs outfield prospect Owen Caissie, who is believed to be part of the ongoing discussions.
Edward Cabrera’s 2025 Breakout Season
Edward Cabrera, who turns 28 in April, delivered the best season of his career in 2025. He finished the year with a 3.53 ERA over 137â…” innings, recording career highs in both workload and strikeouts with 150 punchouts. His strikeout rate climbed to 25.8%, while his walk rate dropped to a career-low 8.3%.
Cabrera also showed strong batted-ball results, producing ground balls at a 46.6% rate. His fastball velocity remained elite throughout the season, averaging around 97 mph on both his four-seam fastball and sinker.
Injury History and Health Outlook
Injuries have been a recurring theme in Cabrera’s career, but 2025 marked a step forward in durability. He missed time early in the season due to blister issues on his pitching hand and later spent a brief stint on the injured list with an elbow sprain. Despite those concerns, he returned quickly and finished the season strong, maintaining upper-90s velocity in his final outings.
The continued trade interest around Edward Cabrera suggests that teams are not currently concerned about any long-term elbow issues.
Contract and Team Control
Cabrera’s contract situation adds significant value to the deal. He is entering the second of four arbitration years as a Super Two player and is projected to earn approximately $3.7 million in 2026. He remains under club control through the 2028 season, making him a cost-effective option for a team seeking rotation stability.
Impact on the Chicago Cubs
If the trade is completed, Edward Cabrera would join a Cubs rotation that includes Matthew Boyd, Jameson Taillon, and Shota Imanaga. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has previously stated that the organization was actively seeking pitching help for both the rotation and bullpen.
Cabrera has appeared in 89 games across parts of five seasons with the Marlins. While injuries limited his availability in earlier years, his 2025 performance demonstrated frontline potential. The move would give Chicago a high-velocity starter under team control entering his prime, while Miami would gain young position-player talent for the future.
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