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Cubs designate Jameson Taillon for assignment; Swanson offers support

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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Cubs designate Jameson Taillon for assignment; Swanson offers support

Summary

The Chicago Cubs have designated pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment following a disappointing season. Dansby Swanson, a teammate, expressed admiration for Taillon, noting he is on his 'Mount Rushmore of teammates.' Taillon has struggled this year with a 5.92 ERA over 15 starts, prompting the Cubs to call up pitcher Andrew Wantz from Triple-A Iowa. The Cubs are currently second in the National League Central and preparing for an upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals as the MLB trade deadline approaches.

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Key Details

•Cubs designate Jameson Taillon for assignment on July 27, 2026.
•Dansby Swanson praised Taillon, calling him a top teammate.
•Taillon has 5.92 ERA and 68 strikeouts in 15 starts this season.
•Andrew Wantz has been called up from Triple-A Iowa.
•Cubs are second in NL Central with a 59-46 record.

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2:57 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson Breaks Silence on Jameson Taillon Decision

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On Monday, the Chicago Cubs designated starter Jameson Taillon for assignment.Hours after the decision, fan-favorite Dansby Swanson commented on the Cubs’ decision.Cubs’ Dansby Swanson Weighs In on Taillon DecisionAs reported by Patrick Mooney of The Athletic (via X), Swanson had nothing but warm words for Taillon.“[He’s] definitely on my Mount Rushmore of teammates,” he said, […] The post Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson Breaks Silence on Jameson Taillon Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
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