Chicago Cubs Strengthen Bullpen with Acquisition of Reliever Eli Morgan from Cleveland Guardians

The Chicago Cubs have made a significant move to bolster their bullpen by acquiring right-handed reliever Eli Morgan from the Cleveland Guardians. This trade, reported by ESPN‘s Jeff Passan, is part of the Cubs’ efforts to enhance their pitching staff for the upcoming season.

Eli Morgan had an impressive performance last season, posting a 3-0 record with a 1.93 ERA in 32 games for the Guardians. His career ERA as a reliever stands at 3.23 over 173 innings, showcasing his reliability in middle relief roles. Morgan is known for his well-rounded arsenal and strong changeup, although he is not considered a power arm. He is capable of handling multi-inning stints, which adds versatility to the Cubs’ bullpen.

The details of the trade, including what the Guardians received in return, have not been disclosed yet. However, it is mentioned that the Cubs are giving up an A-ball player as part of the deal.

In related roster news, the Cubs have designated veteran infielder Patrick Wisdom for assignment. Wisdom had a challenging season, hitting .171 with eight home runs and 23 RBIs in 158 at-bats.