Chicago Cubs look to strengthen their bullpen with Tommy Romero deal

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 12, 2025, 20:30 IST

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The Chicago Cubs, grappling with a series of pitching injuries, have signed right-hander Tommy Romero to a minor league deal to bolster their bullpen depth. Romero's consistent minor league performance, including a strong showing with the Giants' Triple-A team, makes him a valuable addition.

Chicago Cubs look to strengthen their Bullpen with Tommy Romero deal (Image Source: Getty)

The Chicago Cubs have signed righty Tommy Romero to a minor league deal. This is part of the plan to add more bullpen depth with key guys hurt. Romero has a solid minor league track record and could be an option if the Cubs need more arms later in the season. He’s not a big name, but his experience and minor league performance make him a good add.

Romero brings much-needed depth to Cubs' bullpen

With the Cubs losing a number of their pitchers through injuries, the team is now looking to fresh arms such as Tommy Romero to beef up the bullpen. A minor league deal recently attracted the services of Romero to the Cubs, and he will prove a handy option if further pitching deficits are likely to occur during the season.

Despite his little time in the majors, Romero has been honing his skills in the minors for years. He returned as he had a strong season this year with the Giants’ Triple-A team in Sacramento, posting a 3.14 ERA in 72.2 innings. That’s a good number, especially in the Pacific Coast League, which supposedly is hitter-friendly. His minor league numbers throughout his career have featured a 3.08 ERA, proving that he’s been consistent, reliable over the years.

What does this mean for the Cubs’ bullpen?

The Cubs are facing injuries to pitchers like Shota Imanaga, Justin Steele, and Javier Assad. This has made bullpen depth very important. Romero may not go straight to the big leagues, but he gives the Cubs an extra option if more injuries happen.He recently played for a team in the Mexican League but struggled there. Even so, the Cubs saw enough in his past performances to give him a chance. With top pitchers like Cade Horton and Chris Flexen being promoted to the MLB team, there are open spots in the Triple-A rotation. Romero may take one of those spots.Right now, he’s low in the pecking order. Players like Jordan Wicks and Connor Noland are likely ahead of him. But if he performs well, Romero could work his way up and get a chance to pitch in the majors again.For the Cubs, it’s a smart, low-risk move. And for Romero, it’s another shot to prove he belongs.Also Read: Chicago Cubs or Chicago White Sox: Who is Pope Leo XIV Robert Prevost’s favourite MLB team?

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