Chicago Cubs host 39 pitchers in early weeks of camp

Rest of the Crew

There are few others that fall outside of the above categories. Dylan Floro was picked up from Tampa Bay, but was then designated for assignment when the Chicago Cubs picked up Eddie Butler.

Floro appeared in 12 MLB games in 2016, finishing with a 4.20 ERA. He made the move from starting to the pen during his time in Triple-A Durham earlier in the year, and it proved to be successful. In 32 games, he walked nine, struck out 40 and allowed 16 runs. In addition to this, Floro also converted seven saves in 2016.

Aaron Brooks was on the Cubs’ Triple-A roster in 2016 after being acquired from Oakland. However, a hip injury keep him from completing the season. In 15 MLB appearances, including 10 starts, Brooks has struggled. Granted, there is hope he can add depth the rotation, but he will need to stay healthy.