Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Jake Arrieta's contract with the Cubs worth?
Arrieta's reported one-year deal with the Cubs is worth around $6 million. It is a buy-low, one-year contract in line with the Cubs' offseason approach of targeting players with rebound potential.
What was Jake Arrieta's ERA last season with the Phillies?
Arrieta posted a 5.08 ERA across 9 starts last season with Philadelphia. That is his worst ERA since his early days in Baltimore nearly a decade ago.
How long was Jake Arrieta with the Philadelphia Phillies before returning to the Cubs?
Arrieta spent three years with the Philadelphia Phillies before agreeing to return to the Cubs organization.
What does the Cubs starting rotation look like with Arrieta back?
The projected Cubs rotation features Kyle Hendricks, Zach Davies, Alec Mills, Jake Arrieta, and Trevor Williams. Williams was also signed this week as part of the Cubs' recent flurry of moves heading into spring training.
What was Jake Arrieta's record and ERA during his best years with the Cubs?
From 2013 to 2017 with the Cubs, Arrieta posted a 68-31 record with a 2.73 ERA. During that stretch he was the ace of the Cubs staff and won a Cy Young Award.