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Wild Card Series rosters are filled with reminders of previous Guardians' missteps (with one exception) Aaron Civale, Gabriel Arias, Matthew Boyd and Amed Rosario are the former Guardians who are going to be playing in the Wild Card Series.

SEPTEMBER 28 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Red Sox beat Cubs 4-3 in doubleheader opener, assure Wild Card Series matchup against Yankees

Connor Wong hit a tiebreaking double in the seventh inning, and the Boston Red Sox rallied from a three-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 in a doubleheader opener that clinc...

SEPTEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Takes loss in Game 1 Friday Civale (6-8) allowed one run on three hits and a walk across 2.1 innings of relief and took the loss in the first game of Friday's doubleheader against the Red Sox.

Impact Civale mostly pitched well but he allowed a single run in the seventh inning to break a 3-3 tie and ultimately take the loss out of the bullpen. This was the veteran righty's first loss since July 10, and in 18 appearances since then, he's got a strong 1.72 ERA across 36.2 innings. That gives Civale some momentum heading into the postseason, and while he's not a high-leverage option for the Cubs, he gives the team someone who can reliably soak up some innings in relief.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Lowe helps the Pirates top the Cubs 4-3 in series finale

Brandon Lowe hit a tiebreaking two-run single in Pittsburgh’s three-run sixth inning, and the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 to avoid a sweep of their weekend series

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Cubs benefiting from Aaron Civale role change that never happened with Guardians Former Guardians starter Aaron Civale is in the midst his second straight strong season in the Cubs' bullpen.

SEPTEMBER 10 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Earns second save Friday Civale tossed three scoreless innings to earn the save in Friday's 6-1 win over the Marlins. He allowed a hit and two walks, while striking out three.

Impact After six solid innings from starter Shota Imanaga, Civale picked up the baton and carried it to the finish line for his second save of the season. The long relief outing gave Chicago's bullpen a much-needed break after a tough series with Milwaukee, particularly with closer Jacob Webb (forearm) a bit banged up. Civale now has a new career high in saves, as he came into the year with just one save to his name across seven MLB seasons.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Imanaga pitches 6 sharp innings, Crow-Armstrong doubles, steals 33rd base as Cubs beat Marlins 6-1

Shota Imanaga allowed three hits and one run in six innings and Pete Crow-Armstrong doubled and stole his 33rd base as the Chicago Cubs beat the Miami Marlins 6-1

SEPTEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Happ and Ramírez hit grand slams to propel the Cubs to a 19-2 blowout of the Mariners

Ian Happ and Pedro Ramírez each hit grand slams and had five RBIs, Pete Crow-Armstrong also homered and the Chicago Cubs blew out the Seattle Mariners 19-2 on Sunday to avoid a thr...

AUGUST 23 • Associated Press

Earns first 2026 save Civale retired the final two batters of Thursday's 4-2, 10-inning win over the Cardinals to record his first save of the season.

Impact Civale was the sixth Chicago pitcher used on the afternoon, and he retired his two batters on nine pitches to record just his second career MLB save, with his other one coming last year. The veteran righty has now appeared in three games for the Cubs since coming over via trade on July 18, and he's allowed two runs across five innings while striking out six. Civale doesn't have a ton of fantasy value at the moment, as he's mostly just bullpen depth with his new team, though he's capable of making spot starts if needed.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Bregman lifts Cubs to 4-2 victory over Cardinals in 10 innings.

Alex Bregman drove in the go-ahead run with a 10th-inning double and the Chicago Cubs went on to a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals

JULY 30 • Associated Press

Civale costing Cubs $546,150 — $250,000 over prorated share of major league minimum

Right-hander Aaron Civale will cost the Chicago Cubs $546,150 for the remainder of the season after his acquisition from the Athletics, which comes to $250,000 over a prorated shar...

JULY 22 • Associated Press

Yields two runs in 2026 team debut Civale allowed two runs on four hits across 2.1 innings of relief in Tuesday's 11-2 win over the Tigers. He walked two and struck out two.

Impact After a brief stint with the Cubs last season, Civale made his 2026 team debut in a fairly low-pressure situation, as he entered the game staked to a 9-0 lead. The righty continued his mediocre stretch of play as he saw his ERA climb to 5.49 to go along with a 1.65 WHIP across 77 innings this year. Civale was traded to Chicago on Saturday as some veteran depth, and he's not likely to have a ton of fantasy value the rest of the way.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

"Bargain bin shopping once again" - Fans react to Cubs trading for $6M pitcher from Athletics The Chicago Cubs traded for Aaron Civale from the Athletics in exchange for minor league righty Aiden Moffett on Saturday. Civale had been DFA'd by the A's on Wednesday after recor...

JULY 19 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Pitching-strapped Cubs acquire RHP Aaron Civale from the Athletics for a minor leaguer

The Chicago Cubs acquired right-hander Aaron Civale and cash considerations from the Athletics for minor league righty Aiden Moffett following their 6-2 win over Minnesota

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Shipped to Wrigleyville The Athletics traded Civale to the Cubs on Saturday in exchange for minor-league reliever Aiden Moffett, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Civale was DFA'd by the Athletics on Wednesday but will now get an opportunity to contribute for the Cubs, who have lost a plethora of pitchers to the injured list. The 31-year-old spent a brief amount of time with the Cubs last season, giving up three earned runs in 13 innings out of the bullpen. He hasn't been nearly as effective this year, pitching to a 5.42 ERA and 1.62 WHIP across 74.2 frames, but injuries may allow him to at least work in the rotation.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Well-traveled former Guardians starter DFA'd by A's in staff upheaval The Athletics designated former Guardians starter Aaron Civale for assignment after a rough first half.

JULY 16 • AWAYBACKGONE.COM

Deadspin | A's DFA RHP Aaron Civale, reportedly call up prospect Tommy White Deadspin | A's DFA RHP Aaron Civale, reportedly call up prospect Tommy White

JULY 16 • DEADSPIN.COM

Designated for assignment The Athletics designated Civale for assignment Wednesday, Jason Burke of Roundtable.io reports.

Impact Civale enjoyed a fair amount of success early in the season, posting a 3.31 ERA and 1.39 WHIP over 51.2 innings in his first 10 starts. However, he's since turned in a 10.17 ERA and 2.13 WHIP in 23 frames while recording a loss in each of his last six outings. His struggles will now cost him his spot in the rotation and on the 40-man roster. He could draw interest on the waiver wire from teams in need of rotation depth for the second half, though any team that claims him would be on the hook for the remainder of the $6 million he's owed this year.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Losing streak reaches six games Civale (5-7) was tagged with the loss Friday against the White Sox after allowing four runs on six hits and a walk across 2.1 innings. He struck out four.

Impact Civale worked behind Jacob Lopez, who tossed 1.2 scoreless innings as the opener, but he didn't have his best stuff against one of the hottest lineups in the American League. Civale has dropped his last six starts, posting an inflated 10.17 ERA over 23 innings in that stretch. Civale doesn't look like the pitcher who posted a 2.70 ERA over his first nine starts of the campaign. He's tabbed to make his next start on the road against the Diamondbacks on Monday, July 20.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Losing streak at five games Civale (5-6) allowed four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six over 4.2 innings to take the loss versus the Marlins on Saturday.

Impact Civale has now lost five straight starts, including all four since he returned from shoulder tendinitis. The right-hander has given up 16 runs (15 earned) over 16.2 innings since his return, though the Marlins represented his toughest opponent in that stretch. On the year, he has a 5.10 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and 54:22 K:BB through 72.1 innings over 15 starts. He's projected to make his next start on the road versus the White Sox.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Alcantara sharp, Lopez homers to pace the Marlins past the A's, 7-2

Sandy Alcantara allowed one run with a season-high eight strikeouts in eight innings to win his seventh consecutive start, leading the Miami Marlins past the Athletics 7-2 on Satur...

JULY 5 • Associated Press

Struggles continue in fifth loss Civale (5-5) took the loss Sunday, allowing four runs on seven hits and a walk over five innings against the Angels. He struck out two.

Impact Civale's lone mistake was a costly one, as he surrendered a towering grand slam to Josh Lowe in the second inning. The right-hander has struggled in three starts since returning from a stint on the injured list due to right shoulder tendinitis, allowing 12 runs on 22 hits across 12 innings with a 9:3 K:BB. Civale's first season with the Athletics has largely been ineffective, as he owns a 5.05 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and 48:20 K:BB across 67.2 innings (14 starts). The 31-year-old's next outing is tentatively scheduled for Saturday against the Marlins.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Lowe's first career grand slam leads Angels to 4-1 win over Athletics

Josh Lowe’s first career grand slam was all the offense the Los Angeles Angels needed in a 4-1 victory over the Athletics

JUNE 28 • Associated Press

Better showing in losing effort Civale (5-4) allowed two runs on six hits and a hit batsman while striking out five without walking a batter over four innings to take the loss versus the Giants on Tuesday.

Impact Civale wasn't all that efficient, but he threw 57 of 84 pitches for strikes in his second start back from shoulder tendinitis. The right-hander gave up both runs in the second inning, and the Athletics' offense had little response with just three hits for the game. Civale should be good for a full workload moving forward, though performance remains a concern. He's at a 4.88 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and 46:19 K:BB through 62.2 innings over 13 starts this season. His next outing is projected to be in a favorable road matchup versus the Angels this weekend.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Robbie Ray limits Athletics to an unearned run and 2 hits in 8 innings as Giants win 3-1

Robbie Ray held the Athletics to an unearned run on two hits in eight innings to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 3-1 victory

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

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