Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Cubs designate Bryse Wilson for assignment?
The Cubs DFA'd Wilson the day after he allowed seven runs on eight hits in a 17-1 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. They made room on the roster for right-handed pitcher Jake Woodford.
How did Jake Woodford perform in his first appearance for the Cubs?
Woodford gave up three runs in the seventh inning to the Cincinnati Reds, who won 4-0 in the series opener against the Cubs. It was a rough debut that made the roster move look even worse.
What team signed Bryse Wilson after the Cubs cut him?
The Milwaukee Brewers signed Wilson to a minor-league deal shortly after the Cubs designated him for assignment.
What were Jake Woodford's stats before joining the Cubs?
Dating back to his final year with the Cardinals, Woodford posted a 6.83 ERA, a 1.68 WHIP, and a .308 opponent batting average. Last year with the Diamondbacks he had a 6.44 ERA, and even the Brewers DFA'd him in early June after a 6.94 ERA in 23.1 innings.
What was Bryse Wilson's best MLB season?
Wilson's best MLB season came in 2023 with the Brewers, when he posted a 2.58 ERA in 53 games as a multi-inning reliever. He recorded at least four outs in 23 of those outings and pitched at least two innings 17 times.
Aldo Soto
With a journalism degree from Eastern Illinois University and a decade of Cubs reporting, my work has appeared on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and the Pinwheels and Ivy Podcast. I cover Cubs news and analysis for Sports Mockery, including roster moves, game breakdowns, and prospect development.
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