The Chicago Cubs have signed right-hander Michael Fulmer to a minor league deal, sending him to Triple-A Iowa after he was designated for assignment by the Red Sox. Fulmer, 32, had a 4.42 ERA in 57 innings for the Cubs in 2023, but missed the entirety of 2024 due to a UCL procedure. With the Cubs dealing with injuries in their rotation and bullpen, Fulmer could be utilized either as rotation depth or return to a relief role, where he previously found success.