Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Cubs place Phil Maton on the injured list in 2026?
Maton was placed on the injured list with a knee issue, the second time this season he has landed on the IL. He was first placed on the 15-day injured list back in April after just five games, returned, and is now heading back to the IL once again.
How much did Phil Maton's contract with the Cubs pay him?
Maton signed a two-year, $14 million contract with the Chicago Cubs. He was brought in to serve as the set-up man in the bullpen and potentially fill in as the closer if needed.
How bad has Phil Maton's ERA been for the Cubs in 2026?
Maton carries a 6.08 ERA across 30 appearances this season, which ranks 11th worst among qualified relievers across both the AL and NL. He has allowed five home runs in 26.2 innings, recorded two blown saves, and had only five clean appearances with at least three outs.
What happened when Phil Maton pitched against the New York Mets in the series finale?
Maton came in to pitch the seventh inning with the Cubs leading 3-2 and gave up a game-tying home run to the very first batter he faced. He had already been demoted from high-leverage situations but was used due to the bullpen being depleted.
Who is replacing Phil Maton on the Cubs active roster?
The Cubs activated David Peterson to the active roster to replace Maton. Peterson was acquired in a trade with the Mets earlier in the week and is set to make his Cubs debut on Saturday against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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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