Why Cubs designated Jameson Taillon for assignment in last year of $68M deal

The Chicago Cubs, with a week until the 2026 MLB trade deadline on August 3, have a clear need in the starting rotation amid injuries and poor production.But, despite the team's need for starting pitching, they've made a little bit of a surprising roster move one week from the deadline. The Cubs announced they designated veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon for assignment.But why did the Cubs DFA Taillon in the middle of the season despite his big contract and the fact that they already needed rotation help? Well, his roster spot wasn't guaranteed beyond the deadline in one week.Why Cubs DFA'd Jameson Taillon one week from deadline"Today's roster moves presented by @NuveenInv: Andrew Wantz, selected. Jameson Taillon, designated for assignment," the Cubs announced.The Cubs are calling up 30