1005 Michael Rucker

Cubs traded longtime reliever to make room for Héctor Neris on roster

1 year ago • Andy Martinez

To make room for new signing Héctor Neris on the roster, the Cubs parted ways with Michael Rucker, who has been a big part of recent bullpens.

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State of the Cubs: The many potential paths Cubs can take in building 2024 bullpen

2 years ago • Tony Andracki

Expect the bullpen to be a main area of focus for Jed Hoyer’s front office this winter as the Cubs add to a group in flux.

0824 Keegan Thompson

Cubs recall Opening Day reliever in effort to boost bullpen

2 years ago • Andy Martinez

The Cubs recalled right-handed pitcher Keegan Thompson from Triple-A Iowa on Thursday and optioned righty Michael Rucker.

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Clutch hit by Yan Gomes delivers Cubs series victory in Detroit

2 years ago • Andy Martinez

Cubs catcher Yan Gomes delivered a clutch, go-ahead RBI in the 8th inning as the Cubs beat the Tigers 6-4 in Detroit.

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Cubs make pitching changes ahead of Crosstown Series

2 years ago • Tony Andracki

The Cubs made a series of pitching moves ahead of their 2-game stint with the White Sox this week at Wrigley Field.

Ryan Jensen

Cubs lose pitching prospect on waivers

2 years ago • Tony Andracki

The Cubs lost pitching prospect Ryan Jensen on waivers Tuesday afternoon as the right-hander is headed to Seattle.

053023 Hayden Wesneski

Cubs recall righty starter for possible new look rotation

2 years ago • Andy Martinez

Cubs recall right-handed starter to provide a new look to the starting rotation.

0705 Steele.rucker Cards

One of One: Pulling trading cards with Cubs pitchers Justin Steele and Michael Rucker

2 years ago • Andy Martinez

Cubs pitchers Justin Steele and Michael Rucker spent time opening trading cards and sharing stories on players they’ve played with or against.

060723 Michael Rucker

Cubs place lefty infielder on the IL, recall righty reliever

2 years ago • Andy Martinez

The Cubs placed infielder Edwin Ríos on the 10-day IL with a left groin strain and recalled righty reliever Michael Rucker.

053123 Justin Steele

Cubs starter Justin Steele exits start against Rays with ‘left forearm tightness’

2 years ago • Andy Martinez

Cubs lefty starter Justin Steele exited Wednesday afternoon’s start against the Rays with an apparent injury after the 3rd inning.