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Jake Arrieta Unconditionally Released By Cubs amid Season-Long Struggles

Jake Arrieta's second stint with the Chicago Cubs came to an end on Thursday.

The Cubs announced they have placed the 2015 National League Cy Young winner on unconditional release waivers in a series of roster moves made prior to their game against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Tony Andracki

Cubs place Jake Arrieta on unconditional release waivers. <br><br>Willson Contreras placed on 10-day IL with right knee sprain.<br><br>RHP Brian Meisinger recalled from Iowa, Austin Romine reinstated from 60-day IL. Kyle Ryan DFA'd to make room for Meisinger on 40-man roster.

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