What Cubs learned about early season bullpen woes 2 months ago • Andy MartinezAfter early season struggles, the Cubs bullpen turned into a strength — how do they address those early woes in 2025 will be a key storyline.Keep Reading
How the Cubs have forged their bullpen throughout the course of the year 3 months ago • Andy MartinezAfter a slow start, the Cubs bullpen has molded into a solid unit and Jed Hoyer and the front office want to use that model moving forward.Keep Reading
Cubs bullpen shuffling continues as they option young reliever to Iowa 4 months ago • Andy MartinezThe Cubs recalled righty reliever Daniel Palencia from Iowa and optioned RHP Jack Neely to Triple-A on Tuesday.Keep Reading
Cubs swap out relievers, place Julian Merryweather on IL 4 months ago • Andy MartinezThe Cubs recalled righty reliever Keegan Thompson from Triple-A Iowa and placed RHP Julian Merryweather on the 10-day IL.Keep Reading
Reports: Cubs place another veteran reliever on waivers 4 months ago • Andy MartinezThe Cubs reportedly placed lefty Drew Smyly on outright waivers, the second time in a week they’ve done so with a veteran reliever.Keep Reading
Why the Cubs decided now was the time to move on from Héctor Neris 4 months ago • Andy MartinezJed Hoyer and the Cubs decided to take a long-term approach when it came to the decision to part ways with veteran Héctor Neris.Keep Reading
The Cubs’ plan to tackle the 9th inning following surprising roster move 4 months ago • Andy MartinezCraig Counsell and the Cubs shared their plan to fill the closer’s role after Héctor Neris cleared waivers and became a free agent.Keep Reading
What the Cubs hope rookie Jack Neely can add to their bullpen 4 months ago • Andy MartinezThe Cubs added rookie Jack Neely to their bullpen on Tuesday — and they’re excited about the potential that he can bring in 2024 and beyond.Keep Reading
In stunning move, Cubs part ways with veteran reliever Héctor Neris 4 months ago • Tony AndrackiThe Cubs are parting ways with veteran reliever Héctor Neris and calling up a young pitching prospect to take his place in the bullpen.Keep Reading
‘We’re nasty out there’: Confidence is soaring in Cubs bullpen 4 months ago • Tony AndrackiThe Cubs bullpen had another huge effort Saturday afternoon, showcasing what has been the best unit in baseball for the last two months.Keep Reading