The Chicago Cubs sign right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract ahead of Saturday night’s rain-delayed game against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to reports from Winnipeg and Yahoo Sports. Woodford, 29, was released by the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday. He is expected to be available to pitch in the Cubs’ Saturday game.
In a corresponding roster move, the Cubs designate right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment. Both outlets report the transaction as occurring in advance of the Cardinals game, with the timing tied to the weather delay and Woodford’s anticipated readiness.
The reports do not include additional details about Woodford’s salary, role, or pitching usage beyond his expected availability for Saturday’s game. Similarly, they do not specify the intended destination or timeframe for Wilson after the team initiates the assignment process.
