The Cubs have signed Yency Almonte to a minor-league contract.

Fantasy Impact

Almonte will return to the Cubs' organization after appearing in 17 games with the team last season. He posted a 3.45 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 20 strikeouts in 15 2/3 innings pitched in 2024.

Yency Almonte will undergo season-ending surgery on his right shoulder.

Fantasy Impact

Almonte was shut down this week from throwing after getting a second opinion on his injured shoulder. Fantasy managers should expect that Almonte will not return until 2025.

Yency Almonte (shoulder) has been shut down from throwing after getting a second opinion on his shoulder strain.

Fantasy Impact

Almonte will now have to decide if he will undergo surgery on continue to rehab and attempt to return. If he opts for surgery, he would likely be out for the remainder of the season.

The Cubs transferred Yency Almonte to the 60-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

Almonte is continuing to recover from a shoulder strain. This move opens a roster spot for the signing of Vinny Nittoli.

Yency Almonte is not making enough progress in his recovery from injury and is receiving another opinion.

Fantasy Impact

Almonte has been sidelined since the first week of May. He wasn't seeing enough progress after throwing bullpens earlier in June.