The Bleacher Nation Newsletter
Posts
Kyle Hendricks is OUT of the Chicago Cubs rotation!

Kyle Hendricks is OUT of the Chicago Cubs rotation!

It's been a tough year for the veteran right-hander.

Patrick K. Flowers
May 21, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes

Well, there it is; Kyle Hendricks is out of the Chicago Cubs’ starting rotation. Skipper Craig Counsell told reporters on Tuesday that Hendricks has been removed from the rotation and will be pitching out of the bullpen for the Cubs moving forward.

In 2023, the experienced right-handed pitcher had a revival, posting a 3.74 ERA in 24 games. However, this season has been a struggle, as he has recorded a 10.57 ERA over 30.2 innings. If Hendricks can improve his performance in relief, he might be considered for a return to the starting rotation. Throughout his 11-year MLB career, he has only made one relief appearance outside of the playoffs.

Michael has more on Hendricks’ move to the bullpen:

Kyle Hendricks Officially Out of Cubs Rotation (For Now)

Kyle Hendricks is OUT of the Cubs rotation.

More Chicago Cubs from Bleacher Nation

The Cubs are back in action tonight as they open a three-game series with the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field. Here’s today’s Cubs lineup:

Cubs Lineup (5/1/24): Opener vs the Braves

Take a look at the Chicago Cubs lineup for game 1 against the Braves.

Bleacher Nation is proud to partner with Ankin Law, where injury law is made personal. Since 1997, Ankin Law’s dedicated team of 80 attorneys and staff has been advocating for justice in personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and Social Security Disability cases. With compassion at our core, we’re more than legal representation – we’re your allies in recovery.

More Chicago Sports from Bleacher Nation

Chicago Bears

Former Bears quarterback Justin Fields told reporters today that Ryan Poles did right by him in trade talks that led up to his arrival in Pittsburgh.

Justin Fields Says Bears GM Did Right By Him in Trade Talks

Former Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields gave General Manager Ryan Poles a shout-out on Tuesday.

Chicago Blackhawks

The Tampa Bay Lightning acquired Ryan McDonagh from Nashville this morning.

Tampa Bay Acquires Ryan McDonagh From Nashville - Bleacher Nation

We got a rare mid-May trade in the NHL on Tuesday afternoon. The Tampa Bay Lightning brought back defenseman Ryan McDonagh in a deal with the Nashville

Chicago Bulls

Alex Caruso earned a spot on the NBA’s All-Defensive Second Team (although he deserved to be on the first team).

Alex Caruso Earns All-Defensive Second Team Honors (But Deserved First Team)

Alex Caruso made his second-straight All-Defensive Team, but it still feels like he was snubbed.

What’s on deck?

Cubs vs. Braves | 6:40 PM CT | Marquee, 670 The Score