US EditionCubs Add Depth to Rotation by Acquiring Michael Soroka From Nationals, AP Source Says
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, JUL 31 – The Cubs add veteran right-hander Michael Soroka to strengthen their rotation after Justin Steele's injury, acquiring him for two minor leaguers as they chase the NL Central title.
- On Wednesday evening, the Chicago Cubs secured the addition of right-handed pitcher Mike Soroka in a deal with the Washington Nationals ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline.
- After agreeing to a $9 million contract for the 2023 season with Washington last December, Soroka made 16 starts for the Nationals amid changes in their front office before being traded.
- The Cubs sent two prospects to Washington: 25-year-old outfielder Christian Franklin and 18-year-old infielder Ronny Cruz, both performing well in the minor leagues this season.
- Soroka, 27 years old, holds a 3-8 record and a 4.87 ERA this year, with an expected ERA of 3.32 and 87 strikeouts over 81 1/3 innings pitched.
- The Cubs aim to bolster their pitching depth behind Shota Imanaga and Matthew Boyd, with further moves expected before Thursday's trade deadline.
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Chicago Cubs acquire RHP Michael Soroka from Nationals; add bullpen help in Andrew Kittredge from Orioles
Improving the pitching staff has been a priority for the Chicago Cubs as the trade deadline approaches. They made their first maneuver to address that part of the roster Wednesday night by acquiring right-hander Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals, the team announced. The Cubs sent two prospects in the deal, outfielder Christian Franklin and infielder Ronny Cruz. Soroka brings relief and starting experience to the Cubs. How exactly he f…
The Killeen Daily Herald
Cubs add depth to rotation by acquiring Michael Soroka from Nationals
The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-hander Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals. The deal Wednesday night gives the Cubs a veteran starter as they pursue an NL East title. Washington received two minor leaguers: infielder Ronny Cruz and outfielder Christian…
Rockdale Citizen & Newton Citizen
Reports: Cubs acquire RHP Michael Soroka from Nationals
The Chicago Cubs bolstered their pitching staff ahead of Thursday's trade deadline by acquiring right-hander Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night, according to multiple reports.
Cubs Add Injury-Riddled Ex-Ace Pitcher at Trade Deadline
Across sports, Achilles tendon tears have torpedoed many a career, often among NFL players and even more frequently among NBA players. But Michael Soroka is a bit different–he is the rare MLB player who has suffered an Achilles tendon tear, and the rare pitcher to heave dealt with the injury. He went through it a whopping three times. And now, he is the newest member of the Cubs.In a move that will be deflating for Cubs fans if it is the only th…
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