The Chicago Cubs are reportedly considering whether to pursue San Diego Padres left-hander Adrián Morejón as a potential starting pitcher for the 2027 season. Morejón, who wore number 50 for the Padres, appeared in relief during a September 26, 2026 game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park.
The 25-year-old Cuban pitcher has spent his entire major league career with San Diego since debuting in 2019. While primarily used as a reliever in recent seasons, Morejón started 12 games in 2021 and has shown the arsenal to potentially handle a rotation role. The Cubs, seeking to bolster their starting depth, are evaluating whether his skill set translates to a full-time starter's workload.
Any move would likely come via free agency or trade, as Morejón remains under team control. The Cubs' front office is weighing his injury history, including Tommy John surgery in 2021, against his high-velocity fastball and developing secondary pitches.
