The Cubs have declined the mutual option on Drew Smyly.

Fantasy Impact

Smyly posted a 3.84 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP in 50 games out of the Cubs' bullpen. The 35-year-old is now a free agent.

The Cubs placed Drew Smyly on outright waivers.

Fantasy Impact

Smyly will hit the waiver wire. He'll be able to sign with another team if he clears waivers.

The Cubs activated Drew Smyly from the 15-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

Smyly returns from a right hip impingement. He figures to hold onto a long relief role in the Cubs bullpen.

Drew Smyly (hip) is expected to be activated off the injured list this weekend.

Fantasy Impact

Cubs manager Craig Counsell stated that he expected Smyly to work in a multi-inning relief role, not in the rotation. Smyly registered a 4.97 ERA and a 1.34 WHIP in nine games before landing on the injured list.

Drew Smyly is close to beginning a rehab assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Smyly and Jordan Wicks are on similar timelines as they're both close to starting a rehab assignment. Smyly has missed close to a month now due to a right hip impingement.