Breaking: Cubs expected to DFA their closer Adbert Alzolay |
Tough news for a promising player when healthy.
The Chicago Cubs are expected to DFA former closer Adbert Alzolay this week to make room on their 40-man roster. ESPN's Jesse Rogers was the first to report the news. "Among MLB roster maneuverings today, the Cubs are likely to DFA former closer Adbert Alzolay, a source tells ESPN," Rogers posted on X. "Alzolay underwent Tommy John in August. He won't pitch until late 2025 at the earliest." In 18 games in 2024, Alzolay had a 4.67 ERA with four saves in nine chances. When healthy in 2023, he was impressive, with a 2.67 ERA, 67 strikeouts, and only 13 walks in 58 appearances. If another team doesn't claim Alzolay, the Cubs may re-sign him to a minor league deal as he battles back from his rehab. Best of luck to Alzolay in the future as he tries to make it back to full health. One of the best things about the 2023 Cubs season was Adbert Alzolay's emergence as the closer. Electric 🥹pic.twitter.com/RxLRqOmYYv
