Cubs Add RHP Jayden Murray to Active Roster, Option Gavin Hollowell

After acquiring righty Jayden Murray from the Astros a few days ago, the Cubs have added him to the roster just in time to play four games in three days against the Mets. See the media release below for more.

The Chicago Cubs today added right-handed pitcher Jayden Murray to the 26-man roster. In a corresponding move, right-handed pitcher Gavin Hollowell has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa.

Murray, 29, was acquired on Saturday, June 20, from the Houston Astros for minor league infielder Cameron Sisneros. He will wear #70.

Hollowell, 28, was recalled on June 16 and made three appearances with the Cubs, posting a 4.91 ERA (2 ER/3.2 IP) with two strikeouts and five walks.

The Cubs play the New York Mets tonight at 6:10 p.m. CT at Citi Field in a game that can be seen on Marquee Sports Network and heard on 104.3 the Score.