Cubs Lose 7-Year Veteran Hurler to Diamondbacks in Free Agency: Report
Summary
The Chicago Cubs faced challenges with their pitching lineup, and their trade attempt for pitcher Michael Soroka did not go well due to his injury. Soroka has now signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, looking to start afresh.Key Facts
- The Cubs needed strong pitchers but could only make a deal for Michael Soroka with the Washington Nationals.
- Soroka was injured during his debut for the Cubs and pitched only 10 innings.
- Soroka has had several setbacks, including a major Achilles injury in 2020.
- He has signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, which is pending a physical examination.
- It is undecided if Soroka will be a starter or a reliever for the Diamondbacks.
- Soroka had a 4.87 earned run average (ERA) this year but had 87 strikeouts in 81 1/3 innings as a starter.
- As a reliever last year with the Chicago White Sox, he struck out 60 batters in 36 innings.
- The Cubs' decision to trade for Soroka may be questioned if traded players become stars elsewhere.
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