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Nobody likes change, and it’s good to know that at least one very important part of our Chicago Cubs fan experience will not be changing … The Cubs have made it officially official on Pat and Ron, staying in the radio booth: May they never leave.
Was able to run a mile yesterday at full speed, which was one of my post-hernia-surgery checkpoints. So that feels good – especially because I don’t feel any extra/new/different discomfort today.
The Cubs brought back two pitchers from the IL today. Justin Steele has had a 2024 season roughly comparable to his 2023 — except missing about seven or eight starts due to injuries, first with a leg injury suffered on Opening Day, then in late August an elbow issue.
The Chicago Cubs have added a fresh arm to its bullpen as they look to clinch the series against the Oakland Athletics. Before Tuesday’s game, the Cubs announced that they recalled right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia from Triple-A Iowa.
Here’s a little roster action for you ahead of Saturday’s game. In addition to these moves, the Cubs also scratched Jordan Wicks from his scheduled start for the Iowa Cubs in order to have him ready for this weekend if needed.
The Cubs have a fresh bullpen arm this afternoon. Friday, the Cubs made the surprising move of claiming Shawn Armstrong on waivers from the Cardinals, and releasing Tomás Nido to make room for Armstrong on the 40-man roster.
You know the drill, just rolling with the media release for the sake of time. The only commentary I’ll add is that Daniel Palencia has looked really good at Iowa lately and his return to Chicago was overdue.
The Cubs make another bullpen shuffle. One roster move posted, another one incoming! Jack Neely was acquired from the Yankees in the Mark Leiter Jr. trade.
Before everyone starts freaking out, which may have already passed since this deal actually happened two days ago, the Cubs have added another depth reliever by acquiring righty Jesus Tinoco from the Royals for cash.
The Chicago Cubs recalled right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia from Triple-A Iowa today and optioned right-handed pitcher Ethan Roberts to Triple-A Iowa.
Nick Madrigal was hit on the hand by a pitch Wednesday night in his first game with the Iowa Cubs, and the organization announced Thursday that he suffered a fracture as a result.
The Chicago Cubs' starting pitching has largely been a non-issue so far this season. Instead, the bats and the bullpen have been more concerning. However, there is concern with the starting pitching at the minor-league level. Last week, Cubs' top pitching prospect Cade Horton suffered an injury in his start with Triple-A Iowa and was removed.
See below for press release with more info. The Chicago Cubs today activated outfielder Cody Bellinger from the 10-day injured list and placed right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.
The Cubs made some pitching adjustments before Sunday’s game. It was reported after Saturday’s game that Jordan Wicks would not start Sunday because of “left forearm tightness.” This is not a good sign at all, and the Cubs aren’t taking any chances.
The Cubs needed bullpen reinforcements after two extra-inning games. The Cubs bullpen was pretty gassed after the two long extra-inning games the last two days, as well as some tight contests in Seattle.
The Cubs have placed right-handed pitcher Julian Merryweather on the 15-day injury list retroactive to April 6 with a right shoulder strain. To fill his spot in the bullpen, they recalled right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia from Triple-A Iowa.
The Chicago Cubs announced on Thursday a new set of cuts to the spring training roster. After demoting first baseman Matt Mervis, the notable players making their way to Iowa continues to be notable.