The Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier in a trade with the Dodgers on Tuesday, sources told ESPN, deepening their bullpen through another trade in an offseason full of activity.

Brasier, 37, had been designated for assignment on Thursday when the Dodgers made official their signing of Kirby Yates. Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes explained the move at the time was made due to a need for “flexibility” — with Brasier and Yates,

The Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier and cash from the Dodgers in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations, the clubs announced on Tuesday night. To make room on the 40-man roster,