Cubs sign Jake Woodford and designate Bryse Wilson for assignment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Chicago Cubs added right-hander Jake Woodford to their roster on July 4, 2026, while designating Bryse Wilson for assignment following inconsistent performances. Woodford, who previously pitched for the Cubs in 2022, was signed after opting out of his contract with the Milwaukee Brewers. This will mark Woodford as the 32nd pitcher the Cubs have used this season. He is expected to be available for immediate action, having last pitched on June 27 for Triple-A Nashville and will wear No. 40.
- •Cubs sign Jake Woodford to major league deal.
- •Bryse Wilson designated for assignment after mixed outings.
- •Woodford previously pitched for the Cubs in 2022.
- •He exercises an opt-out from the Brewers before joining the Cubs.
- •Woodford will be the 32nd pitcher used by the Cubs in 2026.
- 11:36 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs sign RHP Jake Woodford, designate RHP Bryse Wilson for assignment
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs roster move: Jake Woodford added, Bryse Wilson DFA
"The Chicago Cubs signed right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract before Saturday night’s rain-delayed game against the St. Louis Cardinals. In a corresponding move, the Cubs designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment. The 29-year-old Woodford, released by Milwaukee on Thursday, is expected to be available to pitch Saturday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 11:36 PMCubs sign RHP Jake Woodford, designate RHP Bryse Wilson for assignment
The Chicago Cubs signed right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract before Saturday night’s rain-delayed game against the St. Louis Cardinals. In a corresponding move, the Cubs designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment. The 29-year-old Woodford, released by Milwaukee on Thursday, is expected to be available to pitch Saturday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 10:35 PMCubs roster move: Jake Woodford added, Bryse Wilson DFA
The Cubs play roster Jenga yet again.
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