"Maton received the biggest contract at two years and $14.5MM. He was coming off a very strong 2025 season split between the Cardinals and Rangers, with a 2.79 ERA and a 23.4% K-BB rate."
"Chicago has not been able to benefit from Maton's services thus far. He appeared in five games and allowed six earned runs in four innings through April 7, leading to a 15-day injured list placement."
"The bullpen has been tougher to evaluate. Their 3.40 combined ERA is solid, but the group's 4.49 expected ERA suggests a bit of luck in that performance."
The Cubs are likely to activate right-hander Maton from the injured list soon, bolstering their bullpen. Maton signed a two-year, $14.5MM contract after a strong 2025 season with a 2.79 ERA and impressive strikeout-to-walk rate. He struggled early this season, leading to a knee injury. Despite a solid overall team performance, the bullpen's expected ERA indicates potential issues. Maton's return is anticipated to improve this area as the Cubs currently lead the NL Central with a 17-9 record.
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