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On roster bubble Maples will be competing for one of the Cubs' last bullpen spots in spring training, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports.

Impact Sharma identifies Craig Kimbrel, Rowan Wick (chest), Jason Adam, Dan Winkler, Andrew Chafin and offseason addition Brandon Workman as the "core" of the team's bullpen. That could leave Maples, who is out of minor-league options, on the outside looking in, though he figures to compete for one of the final spots on the roster during spring training. The 28-year-old appeared in just two games for the Cubs last season and spent most of the year at the team's alternate training site.

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs sign former Indians closer Allen to minor league deal

The Chicago Cubs have signed former Cleveland Indians closer Cody Allen to a minor league deal

JULY 31, 2020 • Associated Press

Final game of Cubs at Reds postponed because of rain

The final game of a four-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Reds in Cincinnati has been postponed because of rain

JULY 30, 2020 • Associated Press

Sent to alternate camp Maples was optioned to Chicago's alternate camp site Thursday, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports.

Impact This move comes after Maples failed to record an out during his appearances against the Reds on Wednesday, allowing three runs (two earned) on one hit and four walks before exiting. Righty Colin Rea was summoned to the majors in a corresponding move.

JULY 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE