Cubs Recall Jordan Wicks, Designate Vince Velasquez for Assignment

In a strategic roster move, the Cubs have recalled left-handed pitcher Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa, while designating right-handed pitcher Vince Velasquez for assignment. This decision comes as the team prepares for a bullpen game, indicating that Wicks may only be with the team temporarily.

Wicks has had a challenging season thus far, making two starts for the Cubs and unfortunately losing both. His last outing was on May 31 against the Cardinals, where he struggled significantly, posting a staggering 15.63 ERA and a 2.211 WHIP over 6.1 innings, allowing 13 hits and 11 earned runs. With these numbers, it seems likely that Wicks will be optioned back to Iowa after today’s game.

On the other hand, Vince Velasquez has made two relief appearances this season without allowing a run, covering 3.1 innings and recording one strikeout. Despite his solid performances, the Cubs have opted to designate him for assignment, suggesting he may clear waivers and return to Iowa, potentially rejoining the 40-man roster in the future.

With this latest roster adjustment, the Cubs’ 40-man roster now stands at 39 players. Fans can look forward to today’s game, scheduled to start at 1:10 p.m. CT, with a preview set to be released shortly.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.