The Chicago Cubs recently designated reliever Keegan Thompson for assignment, leading to his outright assignment to Triple-A Iowa. Thompson struggled during Spring Training, allowing three runs over 4 2/3 innings, which pushed him out of competition for a roster spot in favor of Julian Merryweather and non-roster invitee Brad Keller. Despite a respectable career ERA of 3.64, his relatively high walk rate contributed to his demotion. The Cubs and Thompson settled on an $850K arbitration deal, and he is expected to report to Iowa to preserve his salary.
Thompson's underwhelming Spring Training performance led to being sent to Triple-A, as he was squeezed off the Cubs roster in favor of other pitchers.
Despite a solid career ERA of 3.64, issues with high walk rates have hampered Thompson's standing within the Cubs' bullpen options.
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