Cubs recall RHP Javier Assad for start against Marlins

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Cubs recall RHP Javier Assad for start against Marlins

Cubs recall RHP Javier Assad for start against Marlins - Regional Media News

By Field Level Media Sep 05 (Field Level Media) - The Chicago Cubs recalled right-hander Javier Assad to start Saturday's road game against the Miami Marlins. To clear a roster spot, the Cubs optioned right-hander Tyler Ferguson to Triple-A Iowa. Assad, 29, is 6-1 with [...]

Roster Move: Cubs recall Javier Assad, option pitcher

MIAMI – The Chicago Cubs today recalled right-handed pitcher Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa. In a corresponding move, the team optioned right-handed pitcher Tyler Ferguson to Iowa. Assad, 29, is 6-1 with a 3.46 ERA (32 ER/83.1 IP) in 22 games this season for the Cubs including 10 starts.