Carl Edwards Jr.

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93+13 innings (18 starts).

Chicago Cubs

On July 22, 2013, Edwards along with Mike Olt, Justin Grimm, and a player to be named later (Neil Ramírez) were traded to the Chicago Cubs for Matt Garza. [4] He was sent to the Class A-Advanced Daytona Cubs, where he had a 1.96 ERA and 33 strikeouts over 23 innings (six starts). After the season, he was named MiLB Pitcher of the Year. [5]

Prior to the 2014 season, he was ranked by Baseball America as the 28th best prospect in baseball. [6] He spent the 2014 season with the AA Tennessee Smokies, where he compiled a 1–2 record and 2.44 ERA over ten starts. On November 20, 2014, Edwards was added to the Cubs 40-man roster in order to protect him from the Rule 5 Draft. He began 2015 with Tennessee, and was promoted to the Triple–A Iowa Cubs in May.

2015 season

On September 7, 2015, Edwards made his Major League debut for the Cubs against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. [7] In 36 appearances out of the bullpen between both Tennessee and Iowa prior to his callup, he was 5–3 with a 2.77 ERA and 75 strikeouts over 55+13 innings.

2016 season

Edwards began 2016 with Iowa. He was recalled May 11 to Chicago, but returned to Iowa the next day. He was recalled once again on June 20 and spent the rest of the season with Chicago. On September 1, Edwards recorded his first Major League save, against the San Francisco Giants. [8] Edwards finished the 2016 season with a 3.75 ERA in 35 innings pitched. [9]

Carl Edwards Jr. delivers a pitch during the 10th inning of World Series Game 7. Cubs reliever Carl Edwards Jr. delivers a pitch during the 10th inning of World Series Game 7. (30111500093).jpg
Carl Edwards Jr. delivers a pitch during the 10th inning of World Series Game 7.

On October 25, Edwards along with teammates Addison Russell, Dexter Fowler, and Jason Heyward became the first African-Americans to play for the Cubs in a World Series game. [10] [a] In Game 3, he struck out the side in relief duty in the top of the sixth inning against the Cleveland Indians, becoming the first African-American to pitch for the Cubs in a World Series game. [11] Edwards appeared in the bottom of the 10th inning of Game 7, where he recorded the first two outs of the inning and surrendered one run. The Cubs went on to win their first World Series in 108 years. [12]

2017 season

Edwards Jr. with the Chicago Cubs in 2017 Carl Edwards Jr. in 2017.jpg
Edwards Jr. with the Chicago Cubs in 2017

2017 was Edwards' first full season in the major leagues; he was 5–4 with a 2.98 ERA and 94 strikeouts in 66+13 relief innings pitched.

Edwards struggled in the division series against the Washington Nationals, pitching 2+13 innings and allowing six runs. [13] Notably, he allowed a game-tying two-run home run to Bryce Harper in the eighth inning of Game 2. [14] Edwards' performance improved during the league championship series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, again pitching 2+13 innings, but this time allowing no runs. [13]

2018 season

In 2018, Edwards posted a 3–2 record and recorded 67 strikeouts and a 2.60 ERA in 52 innings.

2019 season

Edwards suffered from various injuries in 2019, and struggled from the start of the year. [3] He pitched in four games between March 30 and April 5, recording only five outs. He allowed three hits (two home runs), five walks, and six runs. [15] He was optioned to the Iowa Cubs on April 6 to work through his mechanics. [16] The Cubs recalled Edwards on May 6. [17]

San Diego Padres

On July 31, 2019, Edwards was traded to the San Diego Padres in exchange for Brad Wieck. [18] Edwards struggled greatly in San Diego, posting a 32.40 ERA in 2 games for the team. On November 4, 2019, he cleared waivers and elected free agency.

Seattle Mariners

On December 4, 2019, Edwards signed a one-year contract with the Seattle Mariners. [19] In 2020, he allowed 1 run over 5 games, striking out 6. [20] On October 22, 2020, Edwards elected free agency after being outrighted off of the 40-man roster.

Atlanta Braves

On January 29, 2021, Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves organization. [21] [22] On March 25, 2021, he opted out of his contract and became a free agent. [23] On April 5, 2021, Edwards re-signed with the Braves on a new minor league contract. [24] On May 7, 2021, Edwards was selected to the active roster. [25] He allowed 3 runs on 3 hits and a walk before being designated for assignment the next day. [26] On May 10, Edwards elected free agency. [27]

Toronto Blue Jays

On May 14, 2021, Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays organization and was assigned to the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons. [28] [29] On May 30, Edwards was selected to the active roster. [30] On June 17, he was placed on the 60-day injured list with a left oblique strain. [31] He was released by the organization on August 29, 2021. [13]

Chicago White Sox

On August 31, 2021, Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox and was assigned to the Triple-A Charlotte Knights. [13]

Washington Nationals

On February 25, 2022, Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Washington Nationals. [32] For the 2022 season, Edwards added a change-up to his arsenal. Dominant with the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings, Edwards earned a call-up to the majors, which happened on May 10. [33]

On January 13, 2023, Edwards agreed to a one-year, $2.25 million contract with the Nationals, avoiding salary arbitration. [34] After posting a 3.69 ERA in 32 relief appearances, Edwards was placed on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation on June 21. [35] He began a rehab assignment with the rookie–level Florida Complex League Nationals on August 15. [36] On August 23, Edwards was shut down indefinitely after suffering a stress fracture in his right scapula; [37] he was transferred to the 60–day injured list on August 28. [38] He became a free agent following the season.

Chicago Cubs (second stint)

On January 26, 2024, Edwards signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs. [39] He opted out of his deal with the Cubs and became a free agent on March 23 [40] and later re-signed with them on April 6 to a new minor league deal. [41] In 20 appearances for the Triple–A Iowa Cubs, he compiled a 1.85 ERA with 22 strikeouts and 7 saves across 24+13 innings pitched. Edwards was released by the Cubs organization on June 16. [42]

San Diego Padres (second stint)

On July 4, 2024, Edwards signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres. [43] Upon joining the organization, he began working primarily as a starting pitcher. [44] On August 8, the Padres selected Edwards' contract, adding him to their active roster. [45] He made one appearance for the Padres, issuing two walks and allowing one hit while recording no outs. Edwards was designated for assignment by San Diego on August 12. [46] He cleared waivers and was sent outright to the Triple–A El Paso Chihuahuas on August 14, [47] but rejected the assignment in favor of free agency. [48] Edwards re-signed with the Padres on a new minor league contract on August 19. [49] On November 6, he elected free agency. [50]

Personal life

Edwards and his fiancée, Anquinette Smith, welcomed their first child in August 2015, and their second in July 2018. [51] Edwards and Anquinette married in 2021. [52]

Miscellaneous

Edwards was sometimes known as "C.J." (for Carl Jr. [3] ) in the minor leagues, a name which Joe Maddon continued to use while the two were with the Cubs. [53] Edwards also earned the nickname "The String Bean Slinger" for his strong arm combined with his skinny physique (6' 3", 170 lbs), [54] which he has adopted for the back of his personalized jersey during the annual Players Weekend. [55] [52] [3]

Notes

  1. Jackie Robinson's rookie season was 1947 which was two years after the Chicago Cubs appearance in the 1945 World Series. In 1953, Ernie Banks, known as Mr. Cub, became the first African-American on the Cubs roster.

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Carl Edwards Jr.
Carl Edwards Jr. (52823590585) (cropped).jpg
Edwards with the Washington Nationals in 2023
Free agent
Pitcher
Born: (1991-09-03) September 3, 1991 (age 33)
Newberry, South Carolina, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
September 7, 2015, for the Chicago Cubs