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Cubs Sign Veteran Pitcher Kenta Maeda to Minor League Deal

The 37-year-old right-hander joins Triple-A Iowa as Chicago addresses injuries to key pitchers and evaluates potential depth options.

Apr 29, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Kenta Maeda (18) delivers a pitch during the eighth inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Kenta Maeda, recently designated for assignment by the Detroit Tigers, has signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs.
  • Maeda struggled with a 7.88 ERA in seven relief appearances for Detroit in 2025 before his release earlier this month.
  • The Cubs, currently leading the NL Central, are dealing with injuries to pitchers Shota Imanaga, Javier Assad, and Justin Steele, as well as outfielder Ian Happ.
  • Maeda is set to report to Triple-A Iowa, where the Cubs will assess his potential to contribute to their major league roster.
  • A nine-year MLB veteran, Maeda has a career 4.20 ERA and 68-56 record, including a standout 2020 season where he finished second in AL Cy Young voting.