Dodgers trade Antoine Kelly to Cubs for cash considerations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers have traded left-handed pitcher Antoine Kelly to the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations, effective Saturday. Kelly had joined the Dodgers after a minor league deal but did not make the MLB roster. He tallied a 5.14 ERA over 23 Triple-A appearances this season, struggling with control issues, as evidenced by 19 walks in 21 innings. Previously, Kelly had shown promise in the minors with strong performances in Double-A, including a 1.95 ERA in 2023. The Cubs will look to utilize his potential as he aims to break into the majors with his new team.
- •Kelly was traded after 23 appearances in Triple-A this season.
- •He struggled with a 5.14 ERA and control issues.
- •Kelly previously posted a 1.95 ERA in Double-A in 2023.
- •He had a strong spring training but did not make the MLB roster.
- •The Cubs hope to help Kelly develop further in a big league role.
- 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Minor League Pitcher Traded to Cubs
"The Los Angeles Dodgers traded left-handed pitcher Antoine Kelly to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations Saturday.
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