Cubs promote B.J. Murray and Tyler Ferguson for postseason push
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 1:58 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

The Chicago Cubs added infielder B.J. Murray and right-handed pitcher Tyler Ferguson to the active roster as major league teams expanded to 14 pitchers on September 1. Murray provides infield depth, offering versatility at first base, third base, and left field while allowing the team to rotate regular starters like Michael Busch. Ferguson joins the bullpen to address pitching struggles and provide late-game stability. While players such as Justin Steele, Shelby Miller, and Edward Cabrera continue working toward returns, none are currently ready for major league duty. The Cubs aim to bolster their roster for the final stretch of the regular season as they compete for a Wild Card spot.
- •Chicago added B.J. Murray and Tyler Ferguson to the roster on September 1.
- •B.J. Murray provides defensive flexibility at first base, third base, and left field.
- •Tyler Ferguson holds a 3.45 ERA over 15 2/3 innings with the Cubs this season.
- •Justin Steele, Shelby Miller, and Edward Cabrera remain unavailable due to injuries.
- •The team is currently competing for a spot in the National League postseason.
- 1:58 AMYahoo Sports — How the Cubs September Call-Ups Help Their Postseason Push
"Similar to most teams, the Chicago Cubs' September call-ups look to help make a playoff push happen. When September 1st comes, all major league rosters expand by two spots. This usually happens by adding another pitcher and batter, as teams can now have up to 14 pitchers. For contending teams, this gives managers the chance …
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