Cubs designate pitcher Hoby Milner for assignment before Reds matchup
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Chicago Cubs have designated pitcher Hoby Milner for assignment ahead of their game against the Cincinnati Reds on August 28. Milner has been on the injured list since June 26 due to appendicitis and began a minor league rehab assignment at the end of July. In 38 appearances this season, he posted a record of 1-0 with a 3.53 ERA. The Cubs have seven days to either trade or release Milner after this transaction.
- •Cubs designate Hoby Milner for assignment on August 28.
- •Milner has been on the injured list since late June.
- •He recorded a 3.53 ERA in 38 games this season.
- •Cubs have seven days to trade or release him.
- •Chicago plays Reds in first of three-game series.
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"The veteran pitcher has been on the injured list since June.
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