The Chicago Cubs have made a big addition to their pitching rotation, acquiring pitcher Cole Hamels from the Texas Rangers.
Yahoo’s Jeff Passan reported the deal as done on Thursday night, and the Cubs confirmed the reports on Friday.
In the deal, the Cubs will send pitcher Eddie Butler, minor league pitcher Rollie Lacy, and a player to be named later to Texas in the deal. According to reports, the Rangers will send a “significant” amount of cash to help cover the rest of Hamels’ salary.
Hamels has a 5-9 record and a 4.72 ERA in 20 games this season. He has been a strong postseason pitcher over the years, posting a 3.48 ERA and striking out 92 batters in 16 postseason appearances.
