The Chicago Cubs have bolstered their starting rotation by acquiring right-hander Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals. This move comes as the Cubs chase an NL Central title, trailing the division-leading Milwaukee Brewers by just one game.

Soroka, a former All-Star, has had a challenging season with a 3-8 record and a 4.87 ERA, but his experience could add depth behind starters Matthew Boyd and Shota Imanaga. The Cubs also extended president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's contract, indicating their commitment to building a competitive team. The Nationals, on the other hand, continue to struggle, sitting at the bottom of the NL East.