Chicago Cubs add Owen Caissie and Benjamin Cowles to the 40-man roster — but DFA Brennen Davis and Adbert Alzolay
The Chicago Cubs opted to protect two prospects Tuesday from next month’s Rule 5 draft. And in the process, the future of two former highly-touted prospects is in limbo. The Cubs added outfielder Owen Caissie and infielder Benjamin Cowles to the 40-man roster Tuesday and designated for assignment right-hander Adbert Alzolay and outfielder Brennen Davis to open spots.
Cubs' No. 2 prospect cracks roster; Alzolay DFA'd
Owen Caissie consistently has been one of the younger hitters at each level as he has moved up the Minor League ladder during his four seasons in the Cubs’ farm system. The outfielder’s steady march has featured steady production.
Cubs designate Adbert Alzolay for assignment
The Chicago Cubs are designating former closer Adbert Alzolay, 29, a veteran right-hander who underwent Tommy John surgery in August and won't be available to pitch until late in 2025, for assignment,
Cubs DFA former closer Alzolay
The Chicago Cubs designated right-hander Adbert Alzolay for assignment, the club announced Tuesday.Alzolay was projected to earn $2.3 million in 2025, according to MLB Trade Rumors. The 29-year-old has an additional year of arbitration eligibility before he hits free agency at the end of the 2025 season.
Cubs select OF Owen Caissie and INF Ben Cowles
The Chicago Cubs today selected the contracts of outfielder Owen Caissie from Triple-A Iowa and infielder Ben Cowles from Double-A Tennessee. To make room on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Adbert Alzolay and outfielder Brennen Davis have been designated for assignment.
Cubs protect Owen Caissie, Ben Cowles from Rule 5 Draft, DFA Adbert Alzolay, Brennen Davis
Tuesday was the MLB-wide deadline to add prospects to the 40-man roster to protect them from the Rule 5 Draft.
Cubs cut former closer Adbert Alzolay, who had Tommy John surgery in August
CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs cut former closer Adbert Alzolay on Tuesday after he had Tommy John surgery late last season.
Cubs' Brennen Davis: Designated for assignment
The Cubs designated Davis for assignment Tuesday, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports. Although Davis slashed .214/.359/.469 at Triple-A Iowa in 2024, various injuries limited him to just ...
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Cubs roster moves: Owen Caissie added to 40-man, DFA Adbert Alzolay
In corresponding moves, the Cubs designated pitcher Adbert Alzolay and outfielder Brennen Davis for assignment. Caissie, ...
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Cubs make series of roster moves ahead of protection deadline
The Cubs made a series of roster moves ahead of Tuesday's deadline for protecting players from the Rule 5 draft.
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Cubs Prepare for Rule 5 Draft Through Series of Roster Moves
However, to free up those two roster spots, the Cubs parted ways with right-hander Adbert Alzolay and outfielder Brennen ...
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Cubs select 2 prospects, DFA 2 players ahead of Rule 5 protection deadline
The Chicago Cubs made a key roster maneuver ahead of Major League Baseball’s Rule 5 Draft, selecting two players to the ...
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Cubs roster moves: Owen Caissie & Ben Cowles added to 40-man, Adbert Alzolay & Brennen Davis DFA
Since the 40-man roster was full entering today, to make room for Caissie and Cowles, the Cubs designated Adbert Alzolay and Brennen Davis for assignment. This is just sad. Alzolay, too, was a Top ...