Richard Lovelady

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23+1⁄3 innings pitched. On July 23, manager Mark Kotsay announced that Lovelady would not return in 2023 after suffering a strain of the pronator muscle in his left forearm. [14] On October 4, Lovelady was removed from the 40–man roster and sent outright to the Triple–A Las Vegas Aviators. [15] He elected free agency following the season on November 6. [16]

Chicago Cubs

On January 31, 2024, Lovelady signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs. [17] After 10 appearances for the Triple–A Iowa Cubs, Lovelady was added to Chicago's major league roster on April 28. [18] In 7 appearances for Chicago, he struggled to a 7.94 ERA with 6 strikeouts across 5+2⁄3 innings pitched. On May 14, Lovelady was designated for assignment by the Cubs. [19]

Tampa Bay Rays

On May 18, 2024, the Cubs traded Lovelady to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for Jeff Belge. [20] In 28 appearances for Tampa Bay, he compiled a 3–5 record and 3.77 ERA with 20 strikeouts and 2 saves over 28+2⁄3 innings pitched. On November 19, Lovelady was designated for assignment by the Rays after Jake Mangum was added to the roster. [21] Three days later, the Rays non–tendered Lovelady, making him a free agent. [22]

Toronto Blue Jays

On January 22, 2025, Lovelady signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. [23]

Personal life

Lovelady and his wife, Maddie, married in 2019. [24]

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Richard Lovelady
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Lovelady with the Omaha Storm Chasers in 2018
Toronto Blue Jays
Pitcher
Born: (1995-07-07) July 7, 1995 (age 29)
Hinesville, Georgia, U.S.
Bats: Left
Throws: Left
MLB debut
April 9, 2019, for the Kansas City Royals