The Chicago Cubs traded for pitcher Matt Festa, aiming to strengthen their bullpen for the new season.

The Chicago Cubs have traded for right-handed pitcher Matt Festa from the Texas Rangers for cash. Festa, 31, has a 4.60 career ERA across five seasons with the Mariners, Mets, and Rangers. To make room for Festa, the Cubs have designated utility player Miles Mastrobuoni for assignment. Festa is expected to compete for a spot in the Cubs' bullpen for the upcoming season.

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