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Cubs Land Michael Soroka From Nationals for Two Prospects

The veteran right-hander joins Chicago on a one-year deal to strengthen the rotation as he heads toward free agency.

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Jun 17, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Michael Soroka (34) pitches against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Chicago sends outfield prospect Christian Franklin and shortstop Ronny Cruz to Washington in exchange for Soroka.
  • Soroka signed a one-year, $9 million contract with the Nationals in December after recovering from two Achilles surgeries.
  • He posted a 3–8 record and 4.87 ERA over 16 starts this season, though he recorded a 3.00 ERA and 55 strikeouts from June 6 to July 23.
  • Originally the Braves’ 2015 first-round pick, Soroka missed the 2021 and 2022 seasons following Achilles operations.
  • Set to reach free agency after the season, Soroka is expected to slot into the Cubs’ rotation or long-relief corps down the stretch.