David Peterson to debut for Cubs Saturday against Brewers

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David Peterson to debut for Cubs Saturday against Brewers
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David Peterson will make his debut for the Chicago Cubs on Saturday at American Family Field in Milwaukee. The left-handed pitcher was acquired from the New York Mets in exchange for infield prospect Cole Mathis. Peterson, 30, had struggled with a 6.09 ERA this season but was an All-Star last year. The Cubs are dealing with pitching injuries, including the absence of starters Edward Cabrera and Ben Brown, and Peterson's arrival is seen as timely support. Cubs manager Craig Counsell believes a change of scenery will help Peterson recover his form. Peterson is eager to start against a strong Brewers team after familiarizing himself with their ballpark during previous matchups this season.

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  • Peterson was traded to the Cubs from the Mets.
  • He will start against the Brewers on June 27.
  • Cubs face pitching injuries with Cabrera and Brown out.
  • Peterson had a 6.09 ERA this season but was an All-Star last year.
  • Counsell expects a fresh start will benefit Peterson.
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  • 12:03 AMYahoo SportsNewcomer David Peterson will make his Chicago Cubs debut Saturday in Milwaukee: ‘I’m ready to get going’
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MILWAUKEE — David Peterson was on his way home from Citi Field after Wednesday’s doubleheader between the Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets when he saw he had an incoming phone call from Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns. In a matter of minutes, everything changed for Peterson. The left-handed starting pitcher had been traded to the Cubs in a deal that sent infield prospect ...

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