Cubs recall Jordan Wicks, designate Vince Velasquez for assignment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Chicago Cubs recalled left-handed pitcher Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa and designated right-handed pitcher Vince Velasquez for assignment on June 28, 2026. Wicks has an ERA of 15.63 this season, with two losses in his two starts. Velasquez, who has made two relief appearances, did not allow a run in his 3.1 innings. This decision leaves the Cubs' 40-man roster at 39 players, with Wicks likely participating in today's bullpen game before being optioned back to Iowa.
- •Jordan Wicks recalled from Triple-A Iowa on June 28, 2026.
- •Vince Velasquez designated for assignment after two relief appearances.
- •Wicks holds a 15.63 ERA with two losses in 2026.
- •Velasquez did not allow a run in 3.1 innings this season.
- •Cubs' 40-man roster now has 39 players.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs roster move: Jordan Wicks recalled, Vince Velasquez DFA
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