Jack Neely

Jack Neely cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Despite throwing four scoreless innings during spring training, Neely was designated for assignment and went unclaimed. If he continues pitching well, he could eventually be called up to bolster the Chicago Cubs' bullpen at some point in the season.

The Cubs have optioned right-hander Jack Neely to Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Neely was part of a flurry of roster moves for the Cubs on Sunday. The righty will head back to Triple-A where he struggled to a 6.23 ERA in 28 starts last season.

The Cubs reassigned Jack Neely to Triple-A Iowa on Saturday, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Neely’s spring stint included two Cactus League innings—one run allowed on two hits and a walk, with three punchouts—but Chicago’s looking for more polish before he joins their bullpen. The 24-year-old logged a 3.26 ERA and 1.29 WHIP across 19.1 innings at Triple-A in 2024. Fantasy managers can hold off drafting him; he’s a minor-league arm to watch if he sharpens up for a call-up.

The Cubs have optioned Jack Neely to Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Neely will lose his spot on the roster to the returning Jorge Lopez. He will remain a depth option in the organization.

The Cubs have recalled Jack Neely from Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Neely will return to provide depth in the bullpen. Justin Steele was placed on the injured list in a corresponding move. The 24-year-old has a 13.50 ERA and a 2.00 WHIP in four games with the Cubs this season.