Early in this major league season, the Cubs have had some issues with injuries in the bullpen. Justin Grimm and Neil Ramirez are both on the shelf, which has caused overuse of the reliable Pedro Strop and Hector Rondon. It’s led to increased use of players like Brian Schlitter. And it’s brought Gonzalez Germen to the big leagues from Iowa, where he was supposed to serve as insurance against this very type of disaster.
Fortunately, Grimm and Ramirez, both acquired in the Matt Garza trade with the Texas Rangers will return.