The Chicago Cubs are scheduled to begin Game 2 of a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park at 6:10 p.m. CDT on Saturday.
Before the game, the Cubs designated right-hander Jake Woodford for assignment, per the team’s transaction log on MLB.com.
Chicago Cubs Cut 7-Year MLB Player Jake Woodford Before Cincinnati Reds Game
GettyMIAMI, FLORIDA – APRIL 18: Jake Woodford #41 of the Milwaukee Brewers pitches against the Miami Marlins in the ninth inning of the game at loanDepot park on April 18, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
Right-hander Phil Maton returned from the injured list and will take Woodford’s roster spot.
Woodford made just one appearance with Chicago, allowing three earned runs on five hits (one home run) and no walks with three strikeouts over two innings.
Woodford has seven years of big-league experience. He made his MLB debut in 2020 with the St. Louis Cardinals.
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