"Neely, 25, was acquired from the Yankees at the 2024 trade deadline in exchange for Mark Leiter Jr. His big league debut with Chicago was marked by a 9.00 ERA in six appearances, despite a respectable 25.0% strikeout rate."
"His minor league success included a strikeout rate pushing 40% at the Double-A level, but he struggled in the 2025 season with a 5.94 ERA in Triple-A, overshadowed by an 18.1% walk rate."
"Neely looked much better in camp, striking out 46.7% of batters faced in four scoreless appearances, but was ultimately not included in the crowded Cubs' bullpen."
The Cubs designated right-hander Neely for assignment to accommodate Michael Conforto on the 40-man roster. Neely, acquired from the Yankees, struggled in the majors with a 9.00 ERA. His minor league performance showed promise with a high strikeout rate, but he faltered in Triple-A with a 5.94 ERA and high walk rate. Despite a strong spring training, he was ultimately squeezed out of the roster and has now been outrighted to Triple-A, where he will serve as bullpen depth.
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