Cubs Officially Release Veteran Pitcher After Disappointing Season
Summary
The Chicago Cubs released pitcher Nate Pearson after a disappointing season. Pearson joined the team midway through 2024 but struggled with his performance in 2025, leading to his release. He was initially drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays and has a career ERA of 5.17.Key Facts
- The Cubs released Nate Pearson after designating him for assignment.
- Pearson allowed 15 earned runs in 14.2 innings for the Cubs in 2025, resulting in a 9.20 ERA.
- He joined the Cubs in 2024 through a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays.
- Pearson's best moment in 2024 was pitching in a combined no-hitter against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- He initially debuted in MLB in 2020 with the Blue Jays.
- Pearson has a career ERA of 5.17 over 123 MLB appearances.
- He missed the entire 2022 season due to a lat strain (a muscle injury in the back).
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