# Cubs Bullpen Crisis at Trade Deadline

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Podcast: [Chicago Cubs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-cubs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7460433)
Published: 2026-06-21T19:52:10+00:00
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## Resource

The Cubs bullpen is in freefall, blowing two big leads this month and forcing manager Craig Counsell to vent his frustration. After Colin Rea’s strong start, relievers Trent Thornton, Caleb Thielbar, and Jacob Webb unraveled games, with Webb admitting he’s been making mistake after mistake — seven runs in his last five outings. The bullpen’s June ERA has tanked, and with key arms like Palencia, Harvey, and Horton sidelined, the trade deadline looms as a make-or-break moment. Five games back in the division, the Cubs need firepower now — or risk falling out of playoff contention. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/87cb64e5f9f92db1

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