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Cubs Add Pitcher Woodford, Waive Wilson
5 Jul
Summary
- Jake Woodford signed a one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs.
- Bryse Wilson was designated for assignment by the Cubs.
- Woodford was released by Milwaukee just two days prior.
The Chicago Cubs have bolstered their pitching staff by signing right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract. This significant roster move was made prior to Saturday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Concurrently, the Cubs have designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment.
Woodford, a 29-year-old pitcher, was released by the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday and is anticipated to be available for pitching duties immediately. In his recent tenure with the Brewers, he appeared in 16 relief outings, recording a 6.94 ERA over 23 1/3 innings. He also boasts one save.
This marks a busy period for roster adjustments, as the Cubs had only claimed Wilson off waivers on June 24. Wilson made two relief appearances for Chicago, struggling with an 8.22 ERA. He allowed seven runs on eight hits in 3 1/3 innings during Friday's game against the Cardinals, contributing to a significant loss.
Woodford brings extensive experience, having played across seven seasons for five different teams. His career record stands at 11-17 with four saves and a 5.25 ERA in 127 games, including 25 starts. He was originally selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round of the 2015 draft. Wilson's prior team this season was Philadelphia, where he pitched two scoreless innings in one appearance.
