GAVIN HOLLOWELL NEWS

Heads back to minors The Cubs optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa on Monday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact He was technically up as the 27th man for what was supposed to be a doubleheader Monday versus the Brewers, though the second game got rained out. Hollowell was roughed up for four runs over two innings in the first game Monday and is now headed back to Iowa.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with command Monday Hollowell allowed four runs on three hits and four walks across two innings of relief in a 7-0 loss to the Brewers in the first game of Monday's doubleheader. He struck out two.

Impact Hollowell simply couldn't find the strike zone consistently, as he threw just 21 of his 45 pitches for strikes. The righty also uncorked a wild pitch in the rough outing as the Cubs let him take one on the chin to save bullpen arms for the second game Monday. Hollowell was called up to the majors earlier in the day to serve as the team's 27th man, and after the poor performance, he'll likely return to Triple-A Iowa in the near future.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with command Monday Hollowell allowed four runs on three hits and four walks across two innings of relief in a 7-0 loss to the Brewers in the first game of Monday's doubleheader. He struck out two.

Impact Hollowell simply couldn't find the strike zone consistently, as he threw just 21 of his 45 pitches for strikes. The righty also uncorked a wild pitch in the rough outing as the Cubs let him take one on the chin to save bullpen arms for the second game Monday. Hollowell was called up to the majors earlier in the day to serve as the team's 27th man, and after the poor performance, he'll likely return to Triple-A Iowa in the near future.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Peralta earns MLB-best 15th win as Brewers blank Cubs 7-0. Game 2 of scheduled twinbill postponed

Freddy Peralta allowed one hit in six innings for his major league-leading 15th win, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Up as 27th man for doubleheader The Cubs recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa on Monday, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Hollowell will serve as the 27th man during Monday's doubleheader against the Brewers. The right-handed reliever has pitched well during his opportunities in the majors this season, yielding just one run with an 8:3 K:BB across 7.1 innings.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Demoted to Triple-A The Cubs optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa on Friday, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact The right-hander was called up by Chicago on Tuesday and will head back to Triple-A to clear roster space for the club's trade-deadline additions. Hollowell fired a scoreless inning Tuesday in Milwaukee and has given up just one earned run across 7.1 frames in the majors this season.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs introduce ceremonial patch on their uniform to honor Ryne Sandberg

The Chicago Cubs have unveiled a ceremonial patch on their uniform to honor Ryne Sandberg one day after the Hall of Famer’s death

JULY 29 • Associated Press

Back in big-league bullpen The Cubs recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday.

Impact Hollowell has a 5.24 ERA with a 34:12 K:BB in 22.1 innings across 20 games for Triple-A Iowa in 2025. Since being optioned back down May 12, he has a 6.23 ERA across 13.0 innings. With the 27-year-old returning to the active roster, Chris Flexen was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back in big-league bullpen The Cubs recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday.

Impact Hollowell has a 5.24 ERA with a 34:12 K:BB in 22.1 innings across 20 games for Triple-A Iowa in 2025. Since being optioned back down May 12, he has a 6.23 ERA across 13 innings. With the 27-year-old returning to the active roster, Chris Flexen was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Cubs optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa on Monday.

Impact The transaction clears a spot on the active roster and in the bullpen for the return of Caleb Thielbar from the paternity list. Hollowell has pitched well over his 6.1 relief innings this season with the Cubs, yielding just one run with a 5:2 K:BB.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Francisco Lindor's go-ahead homer sparks 4-run 8th inning as Mets beat Cubs 6-2

Francisco Lindor hit a go-ahead homer to start a four-run eighth inning and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 6-2 to avoid losing their second home series this season

MAY 11 • Associated Press

Cubs put lefty Shota Imanaga on injured list after he got hurt going to cover first base

The Chicago Cubs have placed left-handed starter Shota Imanaga on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring strain

MAY 5 • Associated Press

Rejoins big club The Cubs recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa on Monday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Chicago placed ace Shota Imanaga (hamstring) on the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move, but Hollowell won't be a candidate to replace him in the rotation and will instead slot into a low-leverage role in the bullpen. Hollowell made one relief appearance for Chicago earlier this season, tossing two scoreless frames April 22 against the Dodgers.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs add infielder Nicky Lopez and reliever Drew Pomeranz to roster

The Chicago Cubs have added infielder Nicky Lopez and reliever Drew Pomeranz as part of a flurry of moves

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Optioned to Triple-A The Cubs optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hollowell struck out two in two perfect innings in his lone appearance with the big club. Drew Pomeranz is taking his spot in the Cubs' bullpen.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Joins big-league bullpen The Cubs recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact It's the corresponding move for Jordan Wicks, who was optioned to Iowa on Monday. Hollowell had allowed three runs with a 10:3 K:BB over 6.1 frames with Iowa this season. He holds a career 6.00 ERA across 33 big-league appearances.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Cubs optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa on Saturday, Jared Wyllys of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Hollowell made just one appearance for the Cubs during Cactus League play, allowing one run on two hits while striking out two batters over one inning. He'll work as bullpen depth in the minors to open the new season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back down The Cubs optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact He was just called up Monday but will be sent back down to make room for waiver claim Enoli Paredes, who has officially joined the active roster. Hollowell had a 1.1-inning scoreless relief appearance during his lone day with the big club.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins big-league bullpen The Cubs recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa on Monday, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hollowell was claimed off waivers in August but this will be his first stint in the majors with the Cubs. The 26-year-old holds a 4.94 ERA and 45:21 K:BB across 31 innings this season at the Triple-A level.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed by Cubs The Cubs claimed Hollowell off waivers from Arizona on Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Iowa, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Hollowell was designated for assignment by the D-Backs on Tuesday and will get a fresh start with the Cubs. The 26-year-old logged a 3.63 ERA across 17.1 innings for Arizona's Triple-A affiliate and hasn't pitched in the majors this season. David Bote was DFA'd to clear room on the 40-man roster.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed by Cubs The Cubs claimed Hollowell off waivers from Arizona on Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Iowa, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Hollowell was designated for assignment by the D-Backs on Tuesday and will get a fresh start within the Cubs organization. The 26-year-old logged a 3.63 ERA across 17.1 innings for Arizona's Triple-A affiliate and hasn't pitched in the majors this season. David Bote was DFA'd to clear up room on the 40-man roster.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scrubbed from 40-man roster The Diamondbacks designated Hollowell for assignment Tuesday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact The transaction frees a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Luis Guillorme, who was signed Tuesday. Hollowell was a waiver claim by Arizona in June and holds a 3.63 ERA and 24:13 K:BB over 17.1 innings during his time at Triple-A Reno.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back to Reno The Diamondbacks optioned Hollowell to Triple-A Reno on Wednesday.

Impact Hollowell joined the big-league club Tuesday, but he'll now return to the minors without appearing in a game for the D-backs. Cristian Mena will take Hollowell's place on the active roster and start Wednesday's game versus the Athletics.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Up in big leagues The Diamondbacks recalled Hollowell from Triple-A Reno on Tuesday.

Impact The right-hander was optioned to Reno after being claimed off waivers from the Rockies in mid-June, and he'll now receive his first look with the Diamondbacks. Hollowell made 26 appearances in the big leagues last year for Colorado and had a 5.88 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 32:18 K:BB over 33.2 innings.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Snags first career save Hollowell earned a save in Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Giants, allowing two runs on two hits and one walk while striking out two batters over 2.2 innings.

Impact Hollowell took over with one out and two runners on base with Colorado leading 7-3 in the seventh. He induced an inning-ending double play, and the Rockies opted to ride him the rest of the way rather than call upon other bullpen arms with the nightcap looming. Hollowell surrendered a run in the eighth and another in the ninth but had a nice cushion to work with and cruised to his first career save. He's posted a 25:15 K:BB over 26.2 frames and has been used as more of a low-leverage option this season, so it's unlikely that he sees many more save chances down the stretch.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE