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3mo ago

Cubs Trade for Veteran Reliever Ryan Brasier from Dodgers

The 37-year-old right-hander joins Chicago's bullpen after being designated for assignment by Los Angeles last week.

Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Ryan Brasier (57) during the fifth inning during game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images/FIle Photo
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The Dodgers have reached agreement on a trade that will send veteran relief pitcher Ryan Brasier to the Chicago Cubs. The Dodgers designated Brasier for assignment last week. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Overview

  • The Chicago Cubs acquired Ryan Brasier from the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for a player to be named later.
  • Brasier, a 37-year-old reliever, posted a 3.54 ERA in 29 appearances for the Dodgers last season, including four starts.
  • He was sidelined for nearly four months in 2024 due to a calf injury but returned to contribute in the postseason.
  • The Dodgers designated Brasier for assignment after signing two-time All-Star Kirby Yates to a one-year deal.
  • Brasier, a 2018 World Series champion with the Red Sox, is in the final year of a two-year, $9 million contract and will be a free agent after the 2025 season.