Despite being out of the postseason, the Chicago Cubs are still making moves to enhance their roster. In a surprising turn of events, they’ve claimed reliever from their rivals.
The talented player, who recently celebrated a postseason spot will now find himself as the latest addition to the Cubs. A position on the 40-man roster became available when the Cubs designated Shawn Armstrong for assignment last Friday.
He played for the Brewers during the 2024 season after being part of the Houston Astros organization. In his 17 appearances with Milwaukee, the right-handed reliever recorded an impressive 1.74 ERA. It’s still uncertain whether he will join the Cubs in Philadelphia.
The Cubs are actively strengthening their bullpen by adding talent from various sources. Given their proven success with this approach, it’s a strategy that effectively enhances the team’s depth.
Although securing a top-tier closer remains a priority, the Cubs have a strong foundation as they prepare for the 2025 season. Porter Hodge and Nate Pearson exemplify the team’s ability to identify valuable relief options.
With the 2024 season nearly complete, the Cubs can focus all their efforts on developing a successful offseason strategy. The time for complacency has passed; they need to act decisively as the hot stove season heats up.
Missing the playoffs for a fourth consecutive year is unacceptable for a team that has worked hard to rebuild. While the recent bullpen additions are encouraging, the team still needs star power.
The pressure is on for the Cubs to make significant improvements this offseason. If Jed Hoyer largely retains the same roster from 2024, the team’s progress could be hindered. It will be fascinating to see how much the roster evolves by Spring Training.
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