Question of the week: What is the Cubs' biggest need heading toward the deadline?

[chibears55]

Need a SP to replace Rea.

Upgraded bullpen help.

Upgraded bench bat over Brujan.

[Stratos]

6 hours ago, Ding Dong Johnson said:

But there is risk. You're taking ABs away from guys you either consider part of the future or keys in a trade. If Matt Shaw dies tomorrow I would rather ride with Berti or Jonny Long than hope Jeimer and his back are suddenly fine. Lower back injuries (especially after 30) do not disappear.

Stick him in Iowa and see how he plays.  Even as a backup for Shaw/Berti.

[CubinNY]

It’s obviously pitching, but that’s true for most other teams too. 
 

if Shaw can handle major league heat he’s going to be a 4A player. So I’d say upgrading at 3rd is a need as well.