Cubs Release Dylan Carlson Following Seiya Suzuki's Return from Injury
Cubs cut ties with former 1st-round pick after Seiya Suzuki injury news
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The Chicago Cubs activated outfielder Seiya Suzuki from the injured list, leading to the designation of Dylan Carlson for assignment. Carlson, a former first-round pick, struggled this season and will need to pass through waivers before potentially joining Triple-A Iowa.
- 01Seiya Suzuki returns from the injured list, boosting the Cubs' outfield.
- 02Dylan Carlson, previously a first-round pick, has been designated for assignment.
- 03Carlson was hitless in four at-bats this season with the Cubs.
- 04He had a promising start in 2021 but has since struggled to maintain a consistent role.
- 05Carlson's future with the Cubs remains uncertain as he navigates waivers.
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The Chicago Cubs announced the activation of outfielder Seiya Suzuki from the injured list, which resulted in the designation of Dylan Carlson for assignment. Carlson, who was a first-round pick by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2016 MLB Draft, has had a disappointing start to the season, going hitless in four at-bats. His career began promisingly with a .266 batting average, 31 doubles, and 18 home runs in 2021, but he has since become a part-time player across multiple teams including the Cardinals, Rays, Orioles, and now the Cubs. The designation for assignment means Carlson is removed from the 40-man roster, but he can still be claimed by another team or could end up in Triple-A Iowa if he clears waivers. This situation complicates Carlson's career as the Cubs celebrate Suzuki's return.
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Carlson's designation for assignment could affect the Cubs' outfield depth and strategy moving forward, especially as they integrate Suzuki back into the lineup.
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