The MLB trade deadline has finally arrived, and there’s been a flurry of activity leading up to the final hour.

M ILWAUKEE -- In the midst of a heavyweight battle for first place in the National League Central, the Chicago Cubs are still scouring the landscape for help before Thursday's MLB trade deadline. On their wish list: two starters, a reliever, a potential upgrade at third base and perhaps a backup center fielder.

With the trade deadline approaching, are the Chicago Cubs primed to make a major acquisition for a front-line starting pitcher?