Cubs roster move: Caleb Thielbar activated from IL, Ty Blach DFA
The veteran left-hander returns.
Caleb Thielbar suffered a mild hamstring strain April 23 in a game against the Phillies. Here’s how that happened [VIDEO]. Your browser does not support the video tag.
So Thielbar has missed almost four weeks. He threw an inning of scoreless relief for High-A South Bend on Saturday, striking out two and throwing 23 pitches. Today, the Cubs activated Thielbar from the 15-day injured list.
To make room for Thielbar on the 26-man active roster, left-hander Ty Blach, who was just added to the 40-man and 26-man rosters Sunday and threw three scoreless innings against the Brewers on Monday, was designated for assignment. He will likely clear waivers and return to Iowa. This move leaves an open spot on the 40-man roster.
Thielbar will be available for tonight’s game at Wrigley Field against the Brewers. This should be a boost to the bullpen. As always, we await developments.