Phillies acquire RHP Michael Rucker from Cubs
Sep 23, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Michael Rucker (59) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at PNC Park. credits: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports The Philadelphia Phillies acquired reliever Michael Rucker from the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday in exchange for cash considerations.
The 29-year-old right-hander was 2-1 with a 4.91 ERA in 35 appearances out of the Chicago bullpen in 2023.
Rucker is 5-2 with a 4.96 ERA and one save in 96 games (no starts) since making his debut with the Cubs in 2021. He has struck out 120 batters and walked 50 in 123 1/3 innings of work.
To make room for Rucker on the 40-man roster, the Phillies designated right-hander Andrew Bellatti for assignment.
—Field Level Media
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