The Chicago Cubs have informed pitcher Carlos Silva that he will not be a part of their starting rotation or make the team’s 25-man roster.
The Cubs took rookie Marcos Mateo over the $11.5-million Silva for the final spot on the pitching staff and plan to step up efforts to trade Silva by Opening Day.
Andrew Cashner will begin the season as the team’s fifth starter. Silva will be given the option before camp breaks as to whether he accepts a waiver assignment to AAA Iowa or receive his unconditional release.
“We told Carlos Silva there will not be a spot for him unless there was an injury between now and opening day,” general manager Jim Hendry said. “We will try to explore trade possibilties for him with other clubs that might have some interest in taking him right to the big leagues.”
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