The Cubs seem to be accumulating older relievers this winter, specifically relievers born in 1987 or 1988.
First it was the signing of Caleb Thielbar (born 1/31/87). Then Ryan Pressly was acquired (born 12/15/88).
Tuesday evening, the Cubs acquired another reliever named Ryan, who was born 8/26/87:
The Chicago Cubs are acquiring right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier in a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers, sources tell ESPN. Brasier, 37, was DFA'd last week but should get leverage innings for Chicago.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) February 5, 2025
After a few rough years with the Red Sox (4.