The Chicago Cubs have signed RHP Jake Woodford to a minor league contract, as reported by Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors. Woodford, a former first-round pick by the St. Louis Cardinals, has a career 4.29 ERA over 80 Major League outings but struggled recently with a 7.97 ERA in limited appearances for the Chicago White Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates. With key pitchers sidelined, the Cubs hope Woodford’s ability to provide innings will add depth to their bullpen, despite his recent Triple-A performance with a 4.54 ERA.
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