Left-hander Drew Pomeranz was on the brink of making his long-awaited return to the majors 11 months ago. Signed by the Giants for what was only going to be a four-day stint, Pomeranz was warm in the bullpen and ready for the call.

The Cubs made an early-season move to bolster their bullpen, acquiring veteran left-hander Drew Pomeranz from the Mariners for a cash consideration, the club announced on Monday. Pomeranz, 36, posted a 4.

The Chicago Cubs acquired Drew Pomeranz from the Seattle Mariners on Monday, putting another relief option in their minor-league system.