Overview
- The Cubs brought back 37-year-old Drew Pomeranz on a minor-league contract and he threw a scoreless inning with two strikeouts for Triple-A Iowa on Monday.
- Pomeranz revived his career with the Cubs in 2025, posting a 2.17 ERA across 49 2/3 innings and strong strikeout and walk rates after years lost to elbow surgeries.
- He signed a one-year, $4 million deal with the Angels after that season but struggled in Anaheim, recording a 5.01 ERA in 23 1/3 innings before being designated for assignment and released.
- Chicago’s rotation and bullpen have been heavily depleted by injuries to multiple starters and relievers, prompting the team to chase low-cost, experienced pitching depth.
- If Pomeranz strings together effective outings at Triple-A he could earn a quick promotion, a development that would relieve immediate innings pressure and extend the club’s pool of left-handed options.