Spencer Turnbull Opts Out Of Cubs Deal

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was released from his minor league contract with the Cubs, as first reflected on the MiLB.com . reports that the righty triggered an opt-out clause.  Turnbull sets out for a new opportunity a few days before the postseason roster cutoff. Hell need to sign with a new team, at least on a minor league contract, by September 1 in order to be eligible for the playoffs. Turnbull will be a free agent again at the beginning of the offseason. Hell presumably look to catch on with a contender seeking pitching depth.  Chicago signed Turnbull shortly after the All-Star Break. He took the ball six times with Triple-A Iowa but was tattooed for 26  Ed Ott Jersey earned runs in 24 2/3 innings. He gave up at least five runs in each of his last three times out, including an eight-run appearance in 2 1/3 innings against the As affiliate on Wednesday. That obviously wasnt going to get him on the radar for an MLB call, even for a Cubs team that placed  back on the injured list yesterday.  Turnbull is making a prorated $1.265MM salary from the Blue Jays. He didnt sign until early May after not finding a deal to his liking all winter. Toronto only gave him three big league appearances before cutting him loose. His terrible month in Iowa certainly hasnt raised his stock. Still, Turnbull is only a year removed from pitching to a 2.65 ERA in 54 1/3 innings for the Phillies. He shouldnt have an i sue finding another minor league job  either to finish this season or going into next spring.  Antonio Bastardo Jersey