Carl Edwards Jr. opted out of his minor league deal and was subsequently released near the end of spring training, potentially ending his Cubs reunion.
As the 2024 MLB season got underway, Carl Edwards Jr. was one of many intriguing players who didn't join the Chicago Cubs' Opening Day roster. By opting out of his minor-league contract toward the end of Spring Training, he was presumably seeking a big-league roster spot in another organization.
After impressing in Spring Training, Carl Edwards Jr. has decided to opt out of his current minor-league contract with the Chicago Cubs. At the time of the signing, it appeared he could be a lock to make the club barring injury or a down performance. The Cubs are always looking for effective arms in any place they can find them.
Right-hander Carl Edwards Jr. is opting out of his minor league deal with the Cubs, as first reported by The Bigs Media on X. Edwards signed the minors pact with Chicago back in January, though as an Article XX(B) free agent Edwards received the ability to opt-out from his contract yesterday if not added to the 40-man roster.
Right-handed reliever Carl Edwards Jr. will opt out of his contract with the Chicago Cubs, as reported earlier Saturday. Edwards Jr and Chicago reconnected on a Minor League deal at the end of January, but the 32-year-old couldn’t crack the big league bullpen.
Friday brought the unsurprising news that first baseman Dominic Smith had opted out of his minor league deal with the Cubs, but now comes word of something a little less expected.
The Chicago Cubs are bringing back a familiar face. According to Fansided's Robert Murray, Carl Edwards Jr. and the Cubs agreed to terms on a minor-league contract that includes an invite to Spring Training.
The Chicago Cubs are bringing back a memorable member of their 2016 World Series squad.
Carl Edwards Jr. pitched the last two years with the Washington Nationals. Now he's back with the Chicago Cubs.
The Cubs are bringing back free agent reliever Carl Edwards Jr. on a minor league contract, reports Robert Murray of FanSided (X link). He’ll be in MLB camp as a non-roster invitee.
The Washington Nationals may have lost one of their more reliable relievers for the season due to a rehab setback.
Edwards retired just one batter for the Braves in 2021 GThe 2021 season for right-hander Carl Edwards Jr. was a winding path full of starts and stops. A right-handed power arm, Edwards looked like he could be an intriguing possibility for the bullpen if he could somehow harness his potential.
The White Sox signed reliever Carl Edwards Jr. to a minor league contract yesterday, per an announcement from their Triple-A affiliate in Charlotte.
The Blue Jays announced they’ve selected the contract of reliever Carl Edwards Jr.
The Blue Jays have signed reliever Carl Edwards Jr. to a minor league contract. He has been assigned to Triple-A Buffalo.
Jones, 35, inked a minor-league deal with the Braves over the winter and parlayed a dominant spring training effort into an Opening Day spot in the Atlanta ’pen. Unfortunately, the regular season didn’t bring about the same results.
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!