Cubs Keep Both Pitching Coaches Heading Into 2027
Tommy Hottovy and Casey Jacobson will return after managing a rotation and bullpen decimated by injuries throughout the 2026 season.
The Cubs are expected to retain pitching coach Tommy Hottovy and assistant Casey Jacobson for the 2027 season, per The Athletic. Chicago's staff was ravaged by injuries in 2026, with starters Justin Steele, Cade Horton, Matthew Boyd, and Ben Brown all missing significant time. The bullpen was equally battered, losing Hunter Harvey, Porter Hodge, Daniel Palencia, and Phil Maton to various ailments. Trade deadline additions Clay Holmes and Kevin Gausman were rentals who did not pan out, while Ryan Zeferjahn is expected back next year.
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