APRIL 3, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
As Jake Arrieta prepares for the 1st start of his 2nd stint with the Chicago Cubs, Hall of Famer Fergie Jenkins knows what it’s like to return ‘home’ after years away Right-hander Jake Arrieta makes his first start in his second stint with the Chicago Cubs, taking the mound Saturday against the Pittsburgh...
Hayes homers, Pirates 2-hit Cubs 5-3 on chilly opening day
Ke’Bryan Hayes hit a two-run homer and Pittsburgh’s relievers dominated in a two-hitter, helping the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3 on a chilly opening dayAPRIL 1, 2021 • Associated Press
Notes: Rotation's expectations; Bote on Nico Jake Arrieta was asked over the weekend about the public expectations and projections not favoring the Cubs this season. The rebuilt rotatio...
MARCH 29, 2021 • MLB.COM
Mad Bum gets opener for D-backs; Kluber is Yanks' No. 2
The Arizona Diamondbacks are ready to open the season in familiar fashion: with Mad Bum on the moundMARCH 29, 2021 • Associated Press
Reds' India impresses in spring, could be ready for breakout
Cincinnati Reds infielder Jonathan India might be forcing his way onto the big league roster and even a starting spot in the infield thanks to an impressive spring performanceMARCH 25, 2021 • Associated Press
Padres star Tatis has shoulder problem, to be re-evaluated
The flash and dash of Fernando Tatis Jr. came to a sudden halt Tuesday when the star San Diego Padres shortstop slowly walked off the field after making an awkward throw in an exhi...MARCH 24, 2021 • Associated Press
Expected to be No. 2 pitcher Arrieta is expected to begin the season as the Cubs' No. 2 pitcher, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Impact Kyle Hendricks was officially named the Opening Day starter Tuesday, and Arrieta has slotted in behind Hendricks this spring, so that should continue into the regular season. Arrieta struggled the last two seasons in Philadelphia, but perhaps he can turn things around now that he's back in Chicago, where he won the Cy Young Award back in 2015.
MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cubs notes: Jake Arrieta, Adbert Alzolay make adjustments as roster crunch continues Recent showings from Jake Arrieta and Adbert Alzolay should have the Cubs optimistic, while the bullpen continues to take shape.
MARCH 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Sharp Thursday Arrieta tossed four innings of one-run ball in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against Cleveland. He allowed four hits and struck out five.
Impact This looked like the Arrieta from his previous stint with the Cubs, as he was locked in against the 17 batters he faced. The veteran righty now has a 2.89 ERA and seven strikeouts across 9.1 innings this spring. He's coming off a tough 2020 campaign in which he posted a 5.08 ERA and 1.51 WHIP in nine starts for the Phillies, but Arrieta will have the chance to prove he has something left as Chicago's likely No. 2 starter.
MARCH 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Uneven start Friday Arrieta allowed two runs on four hits and three walks across 3.1 innings in Friday's Cactus League game against the Brewers. He struck out two.
Impact Arrieta was not as sharp as he was in his first spring start, when he tossed two scoreless innings with just one hit and one walk allowed. On a more positive note, the veteran recorded his first two strikeouts of the spring and increased his workload. Arrieta will likely serve as the No. 2 starter behind Kyle Hendricks in his first season back with Chicago. He'll be looking to rebound from the 5.08 ERA and 1.51 WHIP he posted in nine starts last season.
MARCH 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bogaerts spring debut after shoulder woe, Tatis HR in return
Star shortstop Xander Bogaerts of the Boston Red Sox has made his spring training debut after being slowed by a sore right shoulderMARCH 13, 2021 • Associated Press
Notes: Williams, Kimbrel, another Joc HR MESA, Ariz. -- There are few certainties when it comes to the Cubs' rotation for the coming campaign. One is that Chicago expects Kyle Hendr...
MARCH 9, 2021 • MLB.COM
Column: Jake Arrieta’s return to the Chicago Cubs conjures memories of Fergie Jenkins in the 1980s. Can Arrieta delay Father Time a few more years? Jake Arrieta’s story isn’t a new one. Return engagements have long been part of baseball lore. It was 39 years ago the Chicago Cubs signed 3...
MARCH 8, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Indians minus Ramírez, Reyes after they break virus protocol
The Cleveland Indians have broken COVID-19 protocols for the third time in less than a year, this time costing them third baseman José Ramírez and slugger Franmil ReyesMARCH 8, 2021 • Associated Press
Jake eyes ST debut. Last Cubs start? '17 LCS MESA, Ariz. -- Jake Arrieta has spent the past few weeks focusing on his delivery behind the scenes at Cubs camp. He has thrown bullpen sess...
MARCH 5, 2021 • MLB.COM
Throws bullpen Thursday Arrieta faced live batters Tuesday and threw a bullpen session Thursday, but he's yet to appear in a Cactus League game, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Impact The Cubs are working on mechanical adjustments with Arrieta in camp, so it's not too surprising that they're easing the veteran into game action. At this point in his career, the key is staying healthy, especially after injuries slowed him down the past two seasons. Expect Arrieta to continue ramping up slowly during spring training, but the Cubs hope he can shoulder a decent load during the regular season, likely as the No. 2 starter behind Kyle Hendricks.
MARCH 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jake Arrieta has advice for the Cubs stars about to become free agents Jake Arrieta knows from experience what's at stake for Kris Bryant and others: "That’s a huge moment in each one of their lives."
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Why did the Cubs sign Jake Arrieta and not Jon Lester? As Jake Arrieta returns to the Cubs, the team couldn't give Jon Lester what he was looking for this offseason.
FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
In line to be No. 2 starter Arrieta is projected to be the Cubs' No. 2 starter behind Kyle Hendricks to begin the season, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Impact The Cubs lost Yu Darvish, Jon Lester and Jose Quintana this offseason, so there are certainly rotation spots to fill behind Hendricks. Alec Mills returns and will be in the mix along with Zach Davies, who came over from San Diego in the Darvish trade. Arrieta is penciled in as the No. 2 starter at this point, but things could certainly change during spring training.
FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jake Arrieta back with Cubs, finalizes $6M, 1-year contract Jake Arrieta returned to the Chicago Cubs, finalizing a $6 million, one-year contract on Wednesday.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Jake Arrieta back with Cubs, finalizes $6M, 1-year contract CHICAGO (AP) — Jake Arrieta returned to the Chicago Cubs, finalizing a $6 million, one-year contract on Wednesday.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Jake Arrieta back with Cubs, finalizes $6M, 1-year contract
Jake Arrieta returned to the Chicago Cubs, finalizing a $6 million, one-year contractFEBRUARY 17, 2021 • Associated Press
Cubs roster projection 2.0: Jake Arrieta’s return, second base questions What can the Cubs reasonably expect from Jake Arrieta in his second stint with the team?
FEBRUARY 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Returning to Cubs Arrieta (hamstring) agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract with the Cubs on Friday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.
Impact Arrieta spent the past three seasons with the Phillies, but he'll now return to the Cubs, where he pitched well across more than four seasons and won the Cy Young Award in 2015. He was less effective in Philadelphia while battling serious injuries, and he missed the final few weeks of the regular season in 2020 due to a right hamstring strain. However, the 34-year-old should be healthy heading into spring training in 2021 and should take on a prominent role in the Cubs' rotation following the offseason departures of Yu Darvish and Jon Lester.
FEBRUARY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on injured list Arrieta was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain Wednesday.
Impact Arrieta sustained a Grade 1 hamstring strain during his start Tuesday, and he'll be sidelined at least 10 days. The right-hander underwent an MRI on Wednesday, the results of which aren't yet known. With just under two weeks remaining in the regular season, Arrieta will likely be unavailable for the remainder of the year. The Phillies haven't announced who will take Arrieta's place in the starting rotation.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
