Drew Pomeranz - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Hits open market Pomeranz elected free agency Friday.

Impact The veteran southpaw will explore his options on the open market after he recently cleared waivers upon being designated for assignment by the Cubs. Over his 31 appearances in the majors this season between the Angels and Cubs, Pomeranz has pitched to a 5.59 ERA and 1.66 WHIP across 29 innings.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Passes through waivers The Cubs outrighted Pomeranz to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday.

Impact Pomeranz cleared waivers after being booted from the Cubs 40-man roster. The veteran southpaw has the ability to elect free agency, though it's unclear what his intentions are. Pomeranz holds a 5.59 ERA and 17:16 K:BB over 29 innings this season in the majors.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

DFA'd by Cubs The Cubs designated Pomeranz for assignment Monday, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports.

Impact Pomeranz latched on with the Cubs earlier this month after being released by the Angels, but he fared worse during his time with the Northsiders. Between the two stops, the lefty holds a 5.59 ERA and 17:16 K:BB over 29 innings this season. The 37-year-old Pomeranz could have to accept a minor-league contract if he wants to continue pitching.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bregman's 2-run homer in the 7th propels the Cubs to a 5-3 victory over the Reds

Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs rallied for a 5-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday night

JULY 12 • Associated Press

Cubs beat the Cardinals 6-4, scoring 4 runs in the sixth to avoid a series sweep

Nico Hoerner drove in two runs, Pete Crow-Armstrong had two hits, and the Chicago Cubs rallied for four runs in the sixth inning against a sloppy St. Louis defense to top the Cardi...

JULY 5 • Associated Press

Despite Ugly Loss, Cubs Get a Hopeful Taste of What Drew Pomeranz Can Offer The Chicago Cubs made some history on Friday night – and not the good kind. The St. Louis Cardinals showed up to Wrigley Field and dominated...

JULY 4 • SI.COM

Drew Pomeranz recalled from Triple-A for 2nd stint with Cubs, works perfect 9th inning

The Chicago Cubs selected left-hander Drew Pomeranz from Triple-A Iowa before Friday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals and optioned lefty Jordan Wicks to the farm club

JULY 3 • Associated Press

Back in majors with Cubs The Cubs selected Pomeranz's contract from Triple-A Iowa on Friday, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Pomeranz was cut loose by the Angels in mid-June after turning in a 5.01 ERA and 16:12 K:BB across 23.1 innings. The veteran left-hander excelled with the Cubs in 2025, logging a 2.17 ERA and 57:15 K:BB over 49.2 innings, and he'll aim to rediscover that form after making two scoreless appearances for Iowa.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Cubs on MiLB deal The Cubs signed Pomeranz to a minor-league contract June 22.

Impact Pomeranz was released by the Angels earlier this month after posting a 5.01 ERA and 16:12 K:BB across 23.1 frames. The left-hander quickly latched on with the Cubs and turned in a scoreless outing at Triple-A Iowa on Sunday. Pomeranz put up a 2.17 ERA and 57:15 K:BB over 49.2 innings for the Cubs last season and could get another chance with the big club if he finds his rhythm at Iowa.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Angels fire GM Perry Minasian midway through a 6th straight disappointing season in his tenure

The Los Angeles Angels have fired general manager Perry Minasian midway through their sixth consecutive disappointing season under his leadership

JUNE 27 • Associated Press

Cubs bring back veteran lefty Pomeranz on Minor League deal Left-handed pitcher Drew Pomeranz returned to the Cubs on a Minor League contract this week. Pomeranz, who signed a one-year, $4 million dea...

JUNE 25 • MLB.COM

Angels star Mike Trout placed on 10-day injured list with right hamstring strain

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout is back on the injured list

JUNE 19 • Associated Press

Released by Angels Pomeranz was released by the Angels on Thursday.

Impact Pomeranz was designated for assignment by the Angels on Monday, and now that he's cleared waivers without being claimed, he'll hit the open market. The southpaw has struggled to a 5.01 ERA and 1.59 WHIP with 16 strikeouts while recording seven holds and two blown saves over 23.1 innings in 25 appearances with the Angels this season. Pomeranz posted an impressive 2.17 ERA and 1.07 WHIP with 57 punchouts over 49.2 innings in 57 appearances, including four starts, with the Cubs in 2025, and he'll look to return to that form with his next squad.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Drew Pomeranz Could Be Low-Cost Bullpen Fix Cardinals Need The St. Louis Cardinals should be all over the former Los Angeles Angels hurler.

JUNE 16 • SI.COM

Rodriguez lands on IL, Pomeranz DFA'd amid flurry of moves ANAHEIM -- After leaving his start with low back tightness after 2 1/3 innings on Sunday, right-hander Grayson Rodriguez landed on the 15-da...

JUNE 16 • MLB.COM

DFA'd by Halos The Angels designated Pomeranz for assignment Monday.

Impact Pomeranz had been unscored upon in seven of eight appearances since returning from left elbow inflammation, but he had a 4:4 K:BB over 8.1 innings during that stretch and a 5.01 ERA and 16:12 K:BB across 23.1 frames on the season. Given his $4 million salary, Pomeranz is sure to clear waivers, but the 37-year-old should quickly land in a new organization after that happens.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Angels score 5 runs in 2nd inning and ride Walbert Ureña's scoreless outing to 10-1 win over Astros

Wade Meckler and Jo Adell keyed a five-run second inning with two-run doubles, and Walbert Ureña navigated heavy traffic through five shutout innings to lead the Los Angeles Angels...

JUNE 10 • Associated Press

Meckler, Madrigal each have 4 hits in the Angels' 11-4 win over the Rockies

Wade Meckler and Nick Madrigal each had four of Los Angeles’ 16 hits, Walbert Ureña pitched six solid innings and the Angels beat the Colorado Rockies 11-4 on Wednesday night

JUNE 4 • Associated Press

Activated from injured list The Angels activated Pomeranz (elbow) from the 15-day injured list Thursday.

Impact Pomeranz needed just a minimum absence while recovering from left elbow inflammation. He skipped a rehab assignment and will return to a setup role in the Angels' bullpen. Pomeranz has struggled this season, posting a 7.20 ERA and 12:8 K:BB over 15 frames.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Faces hitters Saturday Pomeranz (elbow) threw a live bullpen session Saturday, per MLB.com.

Impact Pomeranz had previously been throwing bullpens, but this was his first time facing live hitters since he landed on the injured list May 13. The Angels and Pomeranz have each stated that the reliever isn't dealing with a major issue and have expressed hope that he'll be ready to return to the team's bullpen when first eligible May 28.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing bullpens Pomeranz (elbow) tossed a bullpen session Thursday, per MLB.com.

Impact The BP was Pomeranz's second since landing on the 15-day injured list May 13. Manager Kurt Suzuki depicted the move as the result of the Angels being "cautious," and the veteran reliever indicated that he's in line for a minimum IL stay. Given that he's already tossed multiple bullpens, it still seems very feasible that Pomeranz will be activated when first eligible May 28.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Anticipates minimum stay Pomeranz (elbow) said Friday that he doesn't expect to need more than a minimum-length stay on the injured list, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pomeranz landed on the injured list Wednesday with inflammation in his left elbow, but he said his injury isn't anything serious. Assuming the organization agrees with the timeline the 37-year-old laid out for himself, he'll return to the Angels' bullpen May 28.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to injured list Pomeranz will go on the injured list Wednesday due to elbow inflammation.

Impact Pomeranz appeared in relief for an inning in yesterday's ball game against Cleveland leading to discomfort in his elbow. The 37-year-old recorded 17 appearances with a rocky 7.20 ERA. Ryan Johnson will be recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake as the corresponding move.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Travis d'Arnaud's 3-run homer, Walbert Ureña's strong outing help Angels beat White Sox 8-2

Travis d’Arnaud hit a three-run homer, Walbert Ureña threw six innings of two-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-2

MAY 6 • Associated Press

Ben Joyce's return should end the Angels' experiment with another failed bullpen addition With Ben Joyce nearing a return to the Los Angeles Angels, Drew Pomeranz's time with the team should be coming to an end.

MAY 3 • HALOHANGOUT.COM

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