The Philadelphia Phillies acquired Rucker from the Chicago Cubs for cash, designating reliever Andrew Bellatti for assignment.

The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired right-handed reliever Michael Rucker from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations. Rucker has a 4.96 ERA over three seasons with the Cubs and is 29 years old. To make room for him on the 40-man roster, the Phillies designated reliever Andrew Bellatti for assignment. Bellatti, 32, struggled to strike out batters in 2023, posting a 5.11 ERA in 27 games with the Phillies.

February 06, 2024
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