John Lackey Stats

Chicago Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer said that free-agent starting pitcher John Lackey plans to pitch in 2018. Lackey who is 39 would like to continue his career, but one would think hed like to go to a competitive team such as the Cubs. Lackey was one of the Cubs better pitchers in the second half of the season and given his postseason experience he wouldnt be a bad addition at the back end of a pitching staff. Hoyer said they will discuss bringing Lackey back. The Cubs will be looking at every pitching option available through free agency and trades as they look to improve a staff that will likely lose Jake Arrieta and could lose John Lackey.

over a year ago

According to Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports, Chicago Cubs impending free-agent starting pitcher John Lackey intends to pitch in 2018. Lackey who is 39 pitched the past two years with the Chicago Cubs and won his third World Series ring with the club. The veteran got off to a slow start in 2017 but rebounded nicely in the second half where he was arguably the Cubs best pitcher over that period. He finished last year 12-12 record and 4.59 ERA. He sports a career 3.92 ERA. Lackey has shown a lot of durability over the years and provides playoff experience.

over a year ago

Pitching in relief in Game 2 of the Championship Series against the Dodgers on Sunday, Chicago Cubs pitcher John Lackey came in during the bottom of the ninth with one runner on. He walked Chris Taylor and then served up the game winning home run to Justin Turner. The Cubs bullpen has been the teams kryptonite thus far in the playoffs and must improve if they hope to make it back to the World Series.

over a year ago