"I knew there was crazy competition in this locker room and maybe I could have signed somewhere else and had a better opportunity out of the gate, but for me it's about how do we get back healthy and if I get back healthy then everything's going to take care of itself. Because I know that I'm capable, I've got to get there first. So I knew they weren't going to rush me. They were going to put the best plan in place to get me back to my previous"
Kyle Wright, a 30-year-old former Atlanta Braves pitcher, signed a minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs despite limited immediate playing opportunities. Wright had undergone shoulder surgery and experienced setbacks in his recovery process, including a trade to the Royals. Rather than seeking a team offering a quicker path to the majors, Wright chose the Cubs based on their commitment to a careful rehabilitation plan. Former Braves teammate Michael Soroka recommended the organization. Wright's decision reflects his focus on returning to full health and capability, trusting that the Cubs would not rush his recovery and would implement the best plan for his comeback.
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