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Cubs Sign Lefty Reliever Hoby Milner for $3.75M

12/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Chicago Cubs signed Hoby Milner, a left-handed relief pitcher, to a one-year contract worth $3.75 million.
Milner is 34 and previously pitched for the Texas Rangers.
In 2025, he posted a 3.84 ERA with 58 strikeouts in 70.1 innings.
He limits left-handed hitters to a .208 average, aiding bullpen matchups.
Milner reunites with Cubs manager Craig Counsell, who previously managed him with the Milwaukee Brewers.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball introduced the designated hitter rule in 1975, reshaping team strategies and player roles. The Chicago Cubs' recent $3.75 million signing of Hoby Milner, who has a 3.84 ERA against left-handed hitters, underscores the ongoing evolution of pitching dynamics. Milner's connection with manager Craig Counsell, who previously coached him, highlights the significance of managerial relationships in player development.

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Story summary

The Chicago Cubs signed Hoby Milner, a left-handed relief pitcher, to a one-year contract worth $3.75 million.
Milner is 34 and previously pitched for the Texas Rangers.
In 2025, he posted a 3.84 ERA with 58 strikeouts in 70.1 innings.
He limits left-handed hitters to a .208 average, aiding bullpen matchups.
Milner reunites with Cubs manager Craig Counsell, who previously managed him with the Milwaukee Brewers.

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