After the Chicago Cubs designated Jack Leathersich for assignment he quickly has found a new home. On Monday afternoon, the Pirates claimed the left-handed reliever off of waivers. Leathersich was then optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Jack Leathersich will help the Indianapolis Indians in their pursuit of an International League Championship. After their season ends, there is a good chance that Leathersich will be promoted to the Major Leagues.
This season, Jack Leathersich has made 41 appearances for the Triple-A Iowa Cubs. In 44 1/3 innings pitched he allowed just 25 hits and three home runs for the Iowa Cubs.