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There are plenty of candidates for the remaining spots, the bulk of whom are on the 40-man roster already.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / November 22

Cubs Tender Decisions: Madrigal, Merryweather, More

This is gonna be the running update post as the Cubs’ tender decisions roll in. We already talked about Nick Madrigal getting the expected non-tender, so he’s now a free agent.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 20

Chicago Cubs Pitcher Season Comes to an End, Set for Knee Surgery

The Chicago Cubs have lost a former key piece to their bullpen for the remainder of the season. On Thursday, it was announced that Cubs reliever Julian Merryweather would miss the rest of the 2024 season and undergo knee surgery on Friday.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / September 20

Julian Merryweather’s Season is Over

The 32-year-old righty is having knee surgery.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Injury-plagued Cubs reliever to undergo knee surgery

Chicago Cubs reliever Julian Merryweather has been hit by injuries on repeat throughout his career.

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Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / August 31

Bullpen Breakout: The Unsung Heroes Of The Cubs’ Playoff Chase

As the Chicago Cubs continue their fight for a postseason berth, much of their success has been due to the resurgence of their bullpen. While many have focused on the star players and starting rotation, a few key relievers have emerged as unsung heroes.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 27

Cubs place RHP Julian Merryweather (knee) on 15-day IL

The Chicago Cubs placed right-handed reliever Julian Merryweather on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday because of right knee tendinitis. The move was retroactive to Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / August 26

Not Finishing Series, Merryweather’s Rough Go, Umpire Hit By Bat, Palencia Heat, Wisdom, Bote, and Other Cubs Bullets

Been a really rough go for Julian Merryweather.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / July 27

Is Julian Merryweather an Underrated Trade Chip for the Cubs?

Now healthy, Julian Merryweather is reportedly drawing trade interest.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 22

Cubs Activate RHP Julian Merryweather from 60-Day IL

The Chicago Cubs are looking to shake off a disappointing series against the Arizona Diamondbacks as they open a three-game set with the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 20

Important Chicago Cubs Reliever Inching Closer to Return to Majors

It’s been a while since Chicago Cubs reliever Julian Merryweather pitched in the Majors, but the news is good as the Cubs begin the second half of the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 9

Minor League Wrap: Successful rehab outings for Julian Merryweather and Caleb Kilian

In a definite curve, just Myrtle Beach won today. Outfielder Owen Caissie has withdrawn from the Futures Game with lower back tightness. He’s being replaced by James Triantos, so the Cubs will still have two players at the game.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 2

Injury Updates: Julian Merryweather Throws Live BP at Wrigley, Caleb Kilian Making Rehab Appearance in South Bend

The Cubs’ decimated pitching staff got a little good news on the injury front Tuesday as both Julian Merryweather and Caleb Kilian are progressing in their respective returns.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / June 1

Trio of Cubs Bullpen Arms Unlikely to Pitch at All in June

The Chicago Cubs are at a crossroads and the calendar just flipped to June. The team is two games below .500, the first time they've been below the .500 mark since the first series of the season, and there are plenty of issues.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / April 17, 2024

Cubs Call Up a Couple of Fresh Arms from Iowa

In discussing the potential for a Cubs move today for a fresh arm, I wondered if they’d go down and grab someone already on the 40-man roster or if they’d shift Julian Merryweather over to the 60-day IL to make room for someone NOT on the 40-man.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 8, 2024

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