Cubs' Michael Conforto revitalizes career after Dodgers cut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Michael Conforto has found success with the Chicago Cubs after being cut by the Los Angeles Dodgers. In his current season with the Cubs, Conforto is batting.266 with four home runs and an OPS of.904. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed regret over the decision to cut Conforto, noting he believed the outfielder could turn things around. Conforto's revival has been crucial for a Cubs team seeking offensive contributors after parting ways with Kyle Tucker.
- •Michael Conforto signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Cubs.
- •He previously struggled with the Dodgers before being cut from the postseason roster.
- •Roberts acknowledged Conforto's pressing nature while with the Dodgers.
- •Conforto became a fan favorite with a walk-off homer on May 4.
- •His OPS is at its highest since 2017.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Skipper Sends Michael Conforto Cut Message Amid Cubs Turnaround
"Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts responded to cutting the Chicago Cubs veteran shortly before a turnaround.
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