Cubs acquire Willi Castro from Twins for prospects

The Chicago Cubs have acquired super utility player Willi Castro from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Double-A pitchers Ryan Gallagher and Sam Armstrong. Castro, 28, has played six positions for Minnesota this season and is expected to primarily play third base for Chicago, splitting time with Matt Shaw. A career .245 hitter, Castro was named the Twins' Most Valuable Player in 2024 and is eligible for free agency at the end of this year.