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If you’re one of those readers who has a problem with how Pedro Strop wears his hat, you can go ahead and leave right now.
Why? This is an unmitigated Pedro Strop appreciation post. The Chicago Cubs brought back the 35-year-old right-hander on a minor league deal this week, hoping to help the veteran return to form out of the Chicago bullpen in 2021.
Last season was… forgettable for Strop, who battled a groin injury that sapped him of both velocity and control. He made only four appearances for the Reds and walked six of the 15 batters he faced while also uncorking a wild pitch.