Overview

• Eli Morgan, 28, joins the Cubs after posting a stellar 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances for the Guardians during the 2024 season.
• The Cleveland Guardians receive 20-year-old outfield prospect Alfonsin Rosario, who hit 16 home runs and stole 20 bases in Class-A Myrtle Beach this season.
• To make room on their 40-man roster, the Cubs designated 33-year-old slugger Patrick Wisdom for assignment after his reduced role in 2024.
• Morgan, a converted starter, has excelled as a reliever since 2022, offering a three-pitch mix and team control for three more seasons.
• The trade marks an early move in the Cubs' offseason efforts to strengthen a bullpen that struggled with depth earlier in 2024.