Orioles Reacquire Andrew Kittredge from Cubs in Cash Deal
The Baltimore Orioles have successfully reacquired right-handed reliever Andrew Kittredge from the Chicago Cubs in a cash deal. This transaction marks the end of Kittredge’s brief tenure with the Cubs.
Andrew Kittredge’s Performance with the Cubs
During his time with Chicago, Kittredge, 35 years old, appeared in 23 regular-season games. He held a solid 3.38 ERA and recorded five saves. He stepped up notably when the Cubs needed a replacement for injured reliever Daniel Palencia.
Playoff Contributions
Kittredge also made five appearances in the postseason. His experience proved valuable as the Cubs navigated the challenges of playoff baseball.
Trade Background and Future Outlook
The Cubs originally acquired Kittredge from the Orioles at the trade deadline for a minor league player. With Kittredge’s trade back to Baltimore, the Cubs will need to revamp their bullpen during the offseason.
- Key free agents from the Cubs’ bullpen include:
- Drew Pomeranz
- Brad Keller
- Caleb Thielbar
- Taylor Rogers
- Ryan Brasier
- Michael Soroka
In addition to the Kittredge transaction, the Cubs made another significant move by declining the contract options for starting pitcher Shota Imanaga. This decision paves the way for Imanaga to enter free agency.
As the offseason approaches, the Cubs will be focusing on rebuilding their pitching staff to enhance their competitive edge for the upcoming season.
