BREAKING: Chicago Cubs Sign Another Top Player to League Deal

The Chicago Cubs are continuing their trend of signing reclamation projects, with their latest addition being pitcher Jackson Tetreault. Tetreault joins Kyle McGowin as the second former National to sign with the Cubs in May.

Tetreault’s career has been hampered by a fractured right scapula since 2022, leading to a stint with the High-A Wilmington Blue Rocks in the 2023 season. Although the results were not ideal, Tetreault’s recent interest from teams like the Toronto Blue Jays showcases his potential.

For the Cubs, signing players like Tetreault represents a low-risk opportunity to unearth hidden talent. While not all signings may yield success, if Tetreault can make it to the big leagues and contribute, it would be a remarkable redemption story given his injury struggles.

A source tells us that Tetreault had a few teams interested in him besides the Cubs and had advanced talks with the Blue Jays also before choosing the Cubs. Word from one team there was he threw an upper 90s fastball and 3 secondary pitches and was very impressive.

— Talk Nats (@TalkNats) May 26, 2024

As Tetreault works his way through the Cubs’ system, it highlights the team’s reputation for providing a supportive environment for players looking to revitalize their careers.

Reliever Mark Leiter Jr. exemplifies the pitching infrastructure the Cubs offer.

Jackson Tetreault, you're officially a big leaguer.

The @Nationals prospect records his first K against his first batter: Ronald Acuña Jr. pic.twitter.com/1Wesa0uTjT

— MLB Pipeline (@MLBPipeline) June 14, 2022

While signings like Tetreault involve minimal risk, there’s a growing sentiment among fans that the Cubs should focus on larger upgrades to the organization, particularly through deadline acquisitions. While the team can pursue both strategies simultaneously, fans may find it challenging to get excited about these types of signings compared to more impactful moves.