Bleed Cubbie Blue · May 25, 2024
Cubs roster move: Drew Smyly activated, José Cuas optioned
Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty ImagesThe Chicago Cubs today activated left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly from the 15-day injured list and optioned right-handed pitcher José Cuas to Triple-A Iowa.
Smyly was placed on the injured list April 23 (retroactive to April 22) with a right hip impingement. This season the lefthander has posted a 4.97 ERA (seven earned runs in 12\u2154 innings) in nine games, all in relief, for the Cubs. Smyly made one rehab start with High-A South Bend, throwing three perfect innings with five strikeouts.