Cubs designate Jameson Taillon for assignment ahead of trade deadline
MLB Trade Rumors • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 8:51 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Chicago Cubs have designated pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment as of July 27, 2026. Taillon's performance this season has been underwhelming, marked by a 5.92 ERA over 15 starts with 25 home runs allowed. The Cubs are seeking to improve their starting rotation as they approach the August 3 trade deadline, with Andrew Wantz being called up to take Taillon's place. This move allows the Cubs to explore trade options for Taillon while addressing immediate roster needs.
- •Cubs designated Taillon for assignment on July 27, 2026.
- •Taillon has a 5.92 ERA and 2-6 record this season.
- •Andrew Wantz was called up to replace Taillon on the roster.
- •Cubs are looking to strengthen their rotation before the trade deadline.
- •Taillon's struggles prompted this mid-season roster adjustment.
- 9:42 PMMLB Trade Rumors — Cubs Designate Jameson Taillon For Assignment - MLB Trade Rumors
- 8:51 PMYahoo Sports — Why Cubs designated Jameson Taillon for assignment in last year of $68M deal
"The Cubs have an injury-marred rotation but still can't find room for the struggling Taillon.
"This roster move makes sense for the Cubs.
Sources
External links- MLB Trade RumorsJul 27, 2026, 9:42 PMCubs Designate Jameson Taillon For Assignment - MLB Trade Rumors
The Cubs have an injury-marred rotation but still can't find room for the struggling Taillon.
- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 8:51 PMWhy Cubs designated Jameson Taillon for assignment in last year of $68M deal
This roster move makes sense for the Cubs.
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