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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 5

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Iowa wins fifth-straight

Right-hander Ryan Jensen joins the I-Cubs to take Riley Martin’s spot. The Iowa Cubs won their fifth-straight game, 6-2 over the Louisville Bats (Reds).

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 6, 2025
Cubs Add Former First-Round Pick to Bolster Pitching Depth

Cubs Add Former First-Round Pick to Bolster Pitching Depth

The Chicago Cubs signed right-handed pitcher Ryan Jensen to a minor league contract Friday, according to MLB.com's transaction tracker. In a corresponding move, the team released Phil Bickford.

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Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 5, 2025
Cubs add pitching depth with latest signing

Cubs add pitching depth with latest signing

The Chicago Cubs seemingly have all the pieces in place to solidify their spot in October. But there is a need for the Cubs to upgrade their pitching following a series of injuries.  The latest being right-hander Jameson Taillon, who is missing more than a month of the season.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 5, 2025
Cubs Bring Back One of Their Former First-Round Picks

Cubs Bring Back One of Their Former First-Round Picks

The Chicago Cubs find themselves in desperate need of more pitching. Already knowing they were going to try and add an arm or two ahead of the trade deadline, the latest calf strain to Jameson Taillon that is going to keep him out for a significant amount of time has created some more urgency to ensure an addition happens.

Minnesota Twins News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 6, 2024
Twins Outright Ryan Jensen

Twins Outright Ryan Jensen

Right-hander Ryan Jensen went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment by the Twins, tweets Dan Hayes of The Athletic. He’ll remain in the organization but has been sent outright to Triple-A St.

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / February 2, 2024
Twins claim reliever Daniel Duarte off waivers; Ryan Jensen is DFA'd

Twins claim reliever Daniel Duarte off waivers; Ryan Jensen is DFA'd

The Twins have claimed right-handed reliever Daniel Duarte off of waivers from the Texas Rangers. Duarte had a 3.69 ERA while striking out 23 batters and walking 20 in 31.2 innings of work for the Cincinnati Reds in 2023.

Minnesota Twins News / Fastball on SI / January 4, 2024
Minnesota Twins Make Intriguing Waiver Claim of Former First-Round Pick

Minnesota Twins Make Intriguing Waiver Claim of Former First-Round Pick

The Minnesota Twins made an intriguing announcement on Thursday, saying that they have claimed pitcher Ryan Jensen off waivers from the Miami Marlins. The 26-year-old Jensen is an interesting flier for Minnesota.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4, 2024

Twins Claim Ryan Jensen From Marlins

The Twins announced that they have claimed right-hander Ryan Jensen from the Marlins. The latter club designated him for assignment two weeks ago. DFA limbo normally only lasts a week but the clock is paused for the week from Christmas to New Year’s Day.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22, 2023
Mariners designate former first-round pick for assignment

Mariners designate former first-round pick for assignment

The M’s needed an extra roster spot after acquiring right-hander Carlos Vargas and catcher Seby Zavala in exchange for third baseman Eugenio Suárez.

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