Summary
The Chicago Cubs have decided to let go of 25-year-old pitcher Jack Neely to make room for other players on their roster. Neely, who had a minor league option remaining, may now be picked by another team if they have space on their roster. The Cubs also added two players to their active roster and placed another player on the injured list.
Key Facts
- The Chicago Cubs removed Jack Neely from their 40-man roster.
- Neely was acquired in a 2024 trade with the New York Yankees.
- He pitched in six major league games for the Cubs, giving up six runs in six innings.
- Neely spent the last season mostly in the minor leagues with a 5.94 ERA.
- The Cubs selected Scott Kingery and Michael Conforto for their opening day roster.
- Justin Steele was placed on the 60-day injured list due to surgery recovery.
- Neely still has a minor league option and can be claimed by another team.
- The Cubs acquired Neely and Ben Cowles in exchange for Mark Leiter Jr.
