In the midst of their playoff push, the Chicago Cubs acquired relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge in a trade from the Baltimore Orioles . As both teams prepare for the 2026 season, the roles have now reversed.

The Orioles have acquired Kittredge in a trade from the Cubs, via Jesse Rogers of ESPN. Chicago will get cash considerations in return.

In his 23 games with the Cubs, he put up a 3.32 ERA and a 32/3 K/BB ratio. Including his 31 games with the Orioles, Kittredge ended his 2025 season with a 3.40 ERA and a 64/11 K/BB ratio. While the Cubs could've ran it back with the right-hander, they decided to go in a different direction for their bullpen.

The Orioles won't complain, adding a key piece before free agency even opens. Baltimore had plenty go wrong in 2025 from under performance

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