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Cubs designate Jameson Taillon for assignment ahead of trade deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:12 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Cubs designate Jameson Taillon for assignment ahead of trade deadline

Summary

The Chicago Cubs designated pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment on July 29, 2026, just days before the trade deadline. This decision comes as the Cubs, currently second in the NL Central, aim to strengthen their roster for a playoff push. Taillon's performance had declined, with a 2-6 record and a 5.92 ERA this season, including allowing 25 home runs. Teammates expressed disappointment over his exit, highlighting his impact on the clubhouse atmosphere. Andrew Waltz from Triple-A Iowa has been called up to take Taillon's spot.

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•Jameson Taillon designated for assignment on July 29, 2026.
•Cubs second in NL Central, eyeing postseason.
•Taillon had a 2-6 record with a 5.92 ERA this season.
•Andrew Waltz promoted from Triple-A Iowa to replace Taillon.
•Teammates voiced strong support for Taillon following the decision.

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The trade deadline is barely a week away, and clubs have already started chopping players left, right, and center. In just the last 24 hours, the Detroit Tigers cut Jake Rogers, while the Seattle Mariners designated Buddy Kennedy for assignment.
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