Despite having the greatest run differential in the National League Central, the Cubs are 45-50 and third in the division. Despite their placement in the NL Central, the Cubs seem to be looking to add to their roster rather than subtract from it. Only time will tell how this attempt to make the playoffs will turn out.Rumors, updates, and latest transactionsJuly 31 - The Chicago Cubs have acquired Jeimer Candelario from the Washington NationalsMany expected them to be sellers at the deadline, but the Cubs are shocking the world and going the opposite direction. Former Nationals slugger Candelario is one of the best position players available at the trade deadline, and he is now a member of the Cubs.Jon Morosi@jonmorosiFull trade: Jeimer Candelario to the Cubs for DJ Herz and Kevin Made. @MLBNetwork @670TheScore @MLBPipeline42277Full trade: Jeimer Candelario to the Cubs for DJ Herz and Kevin Made. @MLBNetwork @670TheScore @MLBPipelineChicago Cubs acquire Jose Cuas from Kansas City RoyalsThe Cubs continued their shopping spree by trading for Jose Cuas from the Kansas City Royals. Cuas is a talented relief pitcher who has had a phenomenal last month or so and could make an immediate impact.Jesse Rogers@JesseRogersESPNThe Cubs have acquired RHP Jose Cuas from the Royals for OF Nelson Velazquez1069191The Cubs have acquired RHP Jose Cuas from the Royals for OF Nelson Velazquez