Chase Shugart - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Returns to big-league bullpen The Phillies recalled Shugart from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Thursday.

Impact He's grabbing the roster spot vacated by the injured Tanner Banks (forearm). Shugart has produced a 4.97 ERA and 34:11 K:BB across 29 frames for the Phillies this season. He's really been hurt by the home run ball, serving up seven of them.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A The Phillies optioned Shugart to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday.

Impact Shugart had a 3.25 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 31:9 K:BB across his first 27.2 innings of the season, but he's being demoted Tuesday after surrendering three runs in both of his past two outings. The right-hander could get another look in the big-league bullpen later in the season, but for now he'll cede his roster spot to Lou Trivino.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Don Mattingly: Phillies 'had to not chase' win while down in ninth with bullpen in tough spot Don Mattingly explained why he pitched Chase Shugart in the ninth and addressed the team's bullpen situation.

JUNE 30 • PHILLIESNATION.COM

Valdez, Triolo and Rodriguez homer for Pirates in 11-7 win over Phillies

Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo both hit home runs to help the Pittsburgh Pirates escape an early five-run deficit, and Endy Rodriguez closed the deal with a three-run homer in th...

JUNE 30 • Associated Press

Saddled with first blown save Shugart took a blown save Sunday against the Mets, allowing three runs on three hits and one walk in one-third of an inning. He struck out one.

Impact It was the first blown save of the season for Shugart, who served up a two-run home run to A.J. Ewing in the sixth inning. The 29-year-old right-hander has worked primarily in middle relief this year, posting a 4.18 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 32:10 K:BB with no holds yet across 28 innings.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Zack Wheeler strikes out 9 and Rincones homers for first career hit to lift Phillies to 7-0 win

Zack Wheeler struck out nine in six scoreless innings of two-hit ball, Gabriel Rincones Jr. homered for his first career hit and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlin...

JUNE 16 • Associated Press

Pirates fans can't believe how former reliever is performing with Phillies right now Chase Shugart thriving for a Philadelphia Phillies team that just swept the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, which makes the offseason trade...

MAY 22 • RUMBUNTER.COM

Strong campaign continues Shugart allowed one hit and no walks in two scoreless innings of relief Friday against the Pirates. He struck out one.

Impact Since being recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley in the middle of April, Shugart has given the Phillies quality work out of the bullpen while operating mostly in middle relief. Through 15.2 innings for Philadelphia, the right-hander boasts a 1.72 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 15:3 K:BB.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Schwarber delivers as Phillies rally again to beat Giants 6-5 in 10 innings for doubleheader sweep

Kyle Schwarber hit a tying double with two outs in the ninth inning, Alec Bohm delivered with his glove and bat in the 10th, and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the San Francisc...

MAY 1 • Associated Press

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APRIL 30 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies rally in the 9th inning to beat the Giants 3-2 in the first game of a doubleheader

Bryson Stott lined a tying triple with one out in the ninth inning and scored the winning run on a two-out infield single by rookie Justin Crawford, rallying the Philadelphia Phill...

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

Phils call up Shugart for bullpen help; Johnson optioned PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies recalled right-hander Chase Shugart from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday to replace right-hander Seth Johnson...

APRIL 14 • MLB.COM

Back in majors The Phillies recalled Shugart from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Tuesday.

Impact The right-hander missed out on the Opening Day roster but will round out Philadelphia's bullpen following the demotion of Seth Johnson. Shugart had a 3.40 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 31:17 K:BB across 45 innings out of the bullpen for the Pirates last season.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Triple-A The Phillies optioned Shugart to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Sunday.

Impact Shugart was acquired from the Pirates in January but has missed out on the Opening Day roster after posting a 3.72 ERA and 7:7 K:BB over 9.2 Grapefruit League innings. The right-hander had a 3.40 ERA and 1.11 WHIP across 35 appearances with Pittsburgh last year and should be up with Philadelphia at some point this season when bullpen depth is needed.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies acquire reliever Chase Shugart from Pirates The Phillies added potential bullpen depth Tuesday by acquiring Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

JANUARY 13 • DELCOTIMES.COM

Dealt to Philadelphia The Phillies acquired Shugart from the Pirates on Tuesday in exchange for Francisco Loreto, Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic reports.

Impact Shugart had been designated for assignment last week and is now headed across the state. The right-hander appeared in 35 games for the Pirates in 2025, finishing with a 3.40 ERA and 31:17 K:BB over 45 innings. Shugart will compete for a spot in the Phillies' bullpen, but he has minor-league options remaining.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies get RHP Shugart in trade with Pirates The Phillies on Tuesday acquired right-handed pitcher Chase Shugart from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for minor league infielder Franc...

JANUARY 13 • MLB.COM

DFA'd by Pittsburgh The Pirates designated Shugart for assignment Thursday, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact The move makes room on the 40-man roster for first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, who agreed to a two-year, $29 million contract with the Pirates on Dec. 23. Shugart spent most of the 2025 season in the majors with the Pirates and posted a 3.40 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, five holds and a 31:17 K:BB across 45 innings.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins big-league bullpen The Pirates recalled Shugart from Triple-A Indianapolis on Thursday.

Impact Shugart will be able to offer some length out of the Pirates' bullpen. He's posted a 3.50 ERA and 29:17 K:BB over 43.2 frames this season and has gone multiple innings in 14 of 34 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates should've optioned these 2 pitchers instead of Chase Shugart, Evan Sisk The Pittsburgh Pirates finally brought Johan Oviedo and Bubba Chandler back up, but wrongfully optioned Evan Sisk and Chase Shugart.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • RUMBUNTER.COM

Sent to Triple-A The Pirates optioned Shugart to Triple-A Indianapolis after Wednesday's win against the Blue Jays.

Impact The right-hander has been a quality bullpen piece for Pittsburgh this year with a 3.50 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 29:17 K:BB across 43.2 innings, but he'll lose his place on the big-league roster with top prospect Bubba Chandler set to be promoted. Given Shugart's performance, he should receive another look with Pittsburgh before the end of the season.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

With opportunity knocking, Shugart excels vs. tough lineup MILWAUKEE -- Pirates reliever Chase Shugart had been waiting a while for his moment. Shugart landed on the injured list on July 8 with left...

AUGUST 12, 2025 • MLB.COM

Brewers win 10th Straight Game, Strengthen Hold on MLB's Best Record

The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-1 on Monday night to earn their 10th straight win.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Brewers win 10th Straight Game, Strengthen Hold on MLB's Best Record

Returns from IL The Pirates activated Shugart (knee) from the 15-day injured list Monday.

Impact Left knee inflammation had sidelined Shugart since early July, but he's been cleared to return after making three rehab appearances. The righty reliever holds a 3.69 ERA and 1.15 WHIP over 39 innings this season, but a 22:15 K:BB is less than ideal.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Poised for activation Monday The Pirates will activate Shugart (knee) from the 15-day injured list before Monday's game in Milwaukee, Alex Stumpf of MLB.com reports.

Impact Shugart has been shelved since early July with left knee inflammation but is ready to go after making three rehab appearances. He will likely fill a middle relief role.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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