Pitcher Rich Harden is 'very excited' about landing with a legitimate World Series contender in the Cubs, according to The Associated Press. He arrived in Chicago on Wednesday after being dealt on Tuesday by the Athletics. "It's my first trade. I've been in Oakland my entire career. So it definitely was a shock," Harden said. "But it's exciting to come to the Cubs, especially with the talent they have, the reputation they have -- the fans, how passionate everyone is for baseball here. I couldn't be happier." Harden is expected to make his first start for the Cubs on either Friday or Saturday against the Giants.