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Jake Woodford signs minor-league deal with Tampa Bay Rays after Cubs release

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:47 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Jake Woodford signs minor-league deal with Tampa Bay Rays after Cubs release

Summary

Jake Woodford has signed a minor-league contract with the Tampa Bay Rays after being designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs. Following his release, Woodford opted for free agency instead of a minor-league assignment. He had a limited performance with the Cubs, pitching just three innings and allowing three earned runs. Woodford brings experience after spending time with both the Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers during the season.

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•Jake Woodford was designated for assignment by the Cubs last week.
•He elected free agency rather than a minor-league assignment.
•Woodford signed with the Rays on August 11, 2026.
•He pitched three innings for the Cubs, giving up three earned runs.

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The Chicago Cubs are currently off on Monday, but they can’t escape being in the always revolving rounds of roster transactions across MLB. About a week ago, the Cubs designated pitcher Jake Woodford for assignment. Instead of opting to accept a minors assignmnet, Woodford decided to elect free agency. He didn’t last long on the […] The post Chicago Cubs Recently Cut Pitcher Lands New Deal with Rays appeared first on HEAVY.
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