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Home»Cubs»‘He’s struggled’: Chicago Cubs manager isn’t confident with new pitcher
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‘He’s struggled’: Chicago Cubs manager isn’t confident with new pitcher

Jordan SiglerBy Jordan SiglerMay 16, 20252 Mins Read
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MLB: Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell at Arizona Diamondbacks
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell looks on against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning at Chase Field. All players wore number 42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson Day. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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Late Thursday night, reports surfaced that the Chicago Cubs were adding to their pitching arsenal this season ahead of their three-game matchup this weekend against their crosstown rival, the Chicago White Sox, at Wrigley Field.

The Cubs signed right-handed veteran Kenta Maeda on a minor league contract. At 37, Maeda has a decorated career in the MLB and Japan. He earned All-MLB Second Team honors in 2020.

However, the 37-year-old has not been the same in recent seasons. He posted a 6.09 ERA in 2024, the worst of his MLB career. He’s off to a worse start in 2025, earning a 7.88 ERA in seven appearances to begin this season with the Detroit Tigers in eight total innings pitched.

Maeda’s troubles in recent seasons caught a considerable collective groan on social media, with many calling him washed.

Chicago Cubs don’t appear confident in Kenta Maeda

Detroit Tigers pitcher Kenta Maeda (18) delivers a pitch against Chicago White Sox during the eighth inning of home opening day at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday,
Detroit Tigers pitcher Kenta Maeda (18) delivers a pitch against Chicago White Sox during the eighth inning of home opening day at Comerica Park in Detroit on Friday, April 4, 2025.

 

On Friday, Craig Counsell confirmed to reporters in his pregame press conference that Chicago indeed is taking a chance on Maeda. Counsell didn’t appear to be confident in his new pitcher’s abilities.

“He has had success. He’s struggled. … It’s a player you’ve got to have constant conversations with and see where we can make some adjustments and see where he’s at,” Counsell said via Vinnie Duber of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Craig Counsell confirmed the Cubs are signing Kenta Maeda to a minor league deal.

“He has had success. He’s struggled. … It’s a player you’ve got to have constant conversations with and see where we can make some adjustments and see where he’s at.” @suntimes_sports

— Vinnie Duber (@VinnieDuber) May 16, 2025

Good thing for the Cubs’ sake that this is a minor league deal, which means low stakes for Chicago. One would assume this signing has no bearing on the Cubs seeking long-term solutions for the starting rotation or bullpen.

Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer talks to the media after introducing pitcher Shota Imanaga (not pictured) during a press conference at Loews Chicago Hotel.
Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer talks to the media after introducing pitcher Shota Imanaga (not pictured) during a press conference at Loews Chicago Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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