17 days ago

Cubs Add Phil Maton to Bolster Bullpen Amid Offseason Rebuild

The Cubs, chasing starting pitching and bullpen help after a last-place finish, moved quickly by signing right-hander Maton to a two-year deal after non-tendering Eli Morgan. Maton posted a 2.79 ERA with five saves over 61.1 innings for the Cardinals and Rangers in 2025 and is expected to handle high-leverage middle-relief work.