Caleb Thielbar

Former Phillies Pitcher Vince Velasquez Finds New Team

Apr 24, 2026 @ 10:29pm

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Right-hander Vince Velasquez, one of the key pieces in a blockbuster Philadelphia Phillies trade more than a decade ago, has been promoted by the Chicago Cubs to the big-league roster, the team announced.Velasquez just missed facing his former club. The Cubs completed a four-game sweep of the Phillies earlier this week. Chicago finished the series […] The post Former Phillies Pitcher Vince Velasquez Finds New Team appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Cubs Give Troubling News Update on Injured Closer

Apr 24, 2026 @ 9:41pm

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The Chicago Cubs announced a flurry of moves before a matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, April 24, including left-hander Caleb Thielbar heading to the 15-day injured list.Thielbar was knocked out of a game on Thursday, April 23, with a hamstring injury. Before he departed, he allowed a game-tying home run to Adolis […] The post Cubs Give Troubling News Update on Injured Closer appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Cubs’ injury woes continue with IL move before Dodgers game

Apr 24, 2026 @ 9:18pm

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The Chicago Cubs’ pitching injuries continue to mount as they prepare to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers. On Friday, Chicago received news that relief pitcher Caleb Thielbar will be placed on the injured list, per Alden González of ESPN. Manager Craig Counsell said Thielbar is suffering a “mild” hamstring strain. As a result, Thielbar […] The post Cubs’ injury woes continue with IL move before Dodgers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Cubs’ Shota Imanaga was removed from game amid no-hit bid vs. Pirates

Apr 10, 2026 @ 4:21pm

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The Chicago Cubs and fans were witnessing a no-hit bid against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday afternoon. Cubs’ ace Shota Imanaga pitched a gem against the Pirates, but was removed in the 7th inning after reaching the 100 pitch mark. 68 of his 100 pitches were for strikes, and the southpaw struck out nine hitters […] The post Why Cubs’ Shota Imanaga was removed from game amid no-hit bid vs. Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.