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Former Cubs Pitcher Shawn Armstrong Becomes Free Agent

Former Cubs Pitcher Shawn Armstrong Becomes Free Agent
World Sports · 16:49:04 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Shawn Armstrong has become a free agent, according to reports on Monday. The right-hander, who wore number 64 for the Cubs, appeared in a game against the Oakland Athletics at Wrigley Field on September 17, 2024.

Armstrong's departure opens a spot in Chicago's bullpen as the organization evaluates its pitching depth for the upcoming season. The move comes as teams across Major League Baseball begin shaping their rosters during the offseason period.

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