Cubs To Select Drew Pomeranz
The Chicago Cubs are adjusting their pitching roster ahead of a series against the St. Louis Cardinals.
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The brief
The Chicago Cubs are adding Drew Pomeranz to their active roster. As part of the same transaction, Jordan Wicks has been optioned to the Iowa Cubs.
These outlets describe the adjustment as a strategic move to bring in a veteran arm for the upcoming holiday weekend. Coverage does not yet specify how long Jordan Wicks will remain with the Iowa roster.
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Quick answers
Who is joining the Cubs?
Drew Pomeranz is being added to the team roster.
What happened to Jordan Wicks?
Jordan Wicks has been optioned to the Iowa Cubs.
When does this roster change take effect?
The move was reported on July 3, 2026, ahead of a weekend series against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Coverage (5)
- Jordan Wicks Optioned, New Arm Joining Cubs for Holiday Weekend - Cubs Insider · 3h ago
- Cubs' Jordan Wicks: Dispatched to Iowa CBS Sports · 3h ago
- Cubs recall an old friend for huge weekend series v. Cardinals, option Jordan Wicks Cubbies Crib · 3h ago
- Cubs roster move: Drew Pomeranz added, Jordan Wicks optioned Bleed Cubbie Blue · 3h ago
- Cubs To Select Drew Pomeranz MLB Trade Rumors · 3h ago
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