Cody Poteet Traded to Orioles: The End of a Brief Era

In a swift move that caught many off guard, the Chicago Cubs announced the trade of pitcher Cody Poteet to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for everyone's favorite return: cash considerations. The trade, finalized just days after Poteet was designated for assignment, marks the conclusion of his fleeting journey with the Cubs—a journey that, despite its brevity, stirred much discussion among the fanbase.

Cody Poteet originally came to the Cubs’ roster in December 2024 as part of a deal that sent Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees. While Bellinger's departure was the headline of the transaction, Poteet's potential impact on the Cubs was also anticipated by some. Sadly, his performance this spring—consisting of a 1-0 record but tarnished by a 10.80 ERA over two games—left much to be desired. 

Poteet's time with the Chicago Cubs, albeit short, was not devoid of controversy. Upon acquiring Kyle Tucker, the Cubs had ostensibly sealed Bellinger's fate, tilting the balance toward making room and clearing payroll. The trade to the Orioles underscores a strategy that seems to favor financial flexibility over roster depth, a point that Cubs fans and baseball analysts alike have been quick to criticize.