The Chicago Cubs are set to play a three-game home series at Wrigley Field against the Chicago White Sox. The Cubs had an off day on Thursday after winning two of three games this week against the Miami Marlins.
On the off day, the Cubs’ front office was busy looking for help with the pitching staff. Chicago has been plagued by injuries to the starting rotation and inconsistent efforts from the bullpen to begin an otherwise promising season.
The Cubs have a one-game lead on the St. Louis Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.
The Chicago Cubs added a pitcher with a 7.88 ERA
Per multiple reports, the Cubs are adding right-handed veteran Kenta Maeda on a minor league contract ahead of their series against the White Sox. Maeda earned All-MLB Second Team honors in 2020.
However, the 37-year-old has struggled in recent seasons. He posted a 6.09 ERA in 2024, the worst of his MLB career.
In 2025, Maeda posted a 7.88 ERA in seven appearances to begin this season with the Detroit Tigers in eight total innings pitched.
Cubs fans call Maeda “washed”
Cubs fans weren’t excited about the Maeda signing. Many think he’s washed, and others think he’s a project for Chicago to try and fix this year. Still, he’s a low-risk option for a team that needs arms in the bullpen.
“I’m not often a pessimist, but I’m afraid his tank is empty at this point. I doubt he even gets called up,” wrote a fan.
“But… I mean why tho,” posted another.
“He is so washed lol,” believes a fan.
“How do you say “washed” in Japanese?,”asked a fan.
“JED WITH THE BARGAIN BIN ONCE AGAIN,” wrote a poster.
“Why are people whining about this? It’s the definition of taking a low risk shot,” hopes one commenter.
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