Jake Woodford has opted out of his minor league contract with the Cubs and is now a free agent. Throughout the season, he has played for Triple-A teams affiliated with both the Yankees and Cubs, but did not see major league action with either organization. Woodford recorded a combined 4.55 ERA, with notable improvements recently showing a 3.00 ERA in his last two games. With 219 2/3 major league innings and 4.88 ERA from previous years, he remains a valuable candidate for teams needing pitching depth.
"Jake Woodford triggered an opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Cubs and has been granted his release, making him a free agent. He has split the season between the Yankees and Cubs, opting out of both contracts due to a lack of major league appearances. Woodford posted a combined 4.55 ERA and showed marked improvement with a 3.00 ERA in his last two outings. As a former No. 39 overall pick in the 2015 draft, he has extensive experience in the majors, totaling 219 2/3 innings with a 4.88 ERA."
"Woodford has a combined 4.55 ERA with a 21.8% strikeout rate and 7.4% walk rate through 61 1/3 innings this season. His recent performances have shown improvement, with a 14-to-2 K/BB ratio in 12 innings and a 3.00 ERA. His most recent appearance demonstrated his readiness as he threw 97 pitches, indicating he's built up to a starter's workload. His career in the majors spans five seasons, primarily with the Cardinals, and his career track record includes 468 2/3 innings at the Triple-A level."
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