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Cubs Acquire Willi Castro to Strengthen Lineup

8/1/2025

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In a strategic move, the Chicago Cubs have welcomed utilityman Willi Castro from the Minnesota Twins, trading away promising minor league pitchers Ryan Gallagher and Sam Armstrong. With a solid .250 batting average and 34 steals this season, Castro is set to bolster the Cubs' lineup, primarily stepping in at third base.

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Story summary

In a strategic move, the Chicago Cubs have welcomed utilityman Willi Castro from the Minnesota Twins, trading away promising minor league pitchers Ryan Gallagher and Sam Armstrong. With a solid .250 batting average and 34 steals this season, Castro is set to bolster the Cubs' lineup, primarily stepping in at third base.