Orioles designate Eduarniel Nunez for assignment, claimed by Cubs
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Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles designated pitcher Eduarniel Nunez for assignment on June 4 to make room on their 40-man roster for Kyle Nicolas. Nunez was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Cubs on June 8 and will start a second stint with the organization. The 27-year-old struggled with the Orioles, allowing nine runs in four innings at Triple-A Norfolk. In ten MLB appearances in 2025, he posted a 7.11 ERA, raising questions about his command. Nunez has a history with the Cubs, having been signed as an international amateur nearly a decade ago.
- •Nunez designated for assignment on June 4 by the Orioles.
- •Claimed off waivers by the Cubs on June 8.
- •Struggled with a 7.11 ERA in ten games in 2025.
- •Allowed nine runs in four innings at Triple-A Norfolk.
- •Previously signed by the Cubs as an international amateur.
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