HAYDEN WESNESKI NEWS

Sharp again Thursday Wesneski allowed just one unearned run with five strikeouts over five innings in a Cactus League start Thursday against the Diamondbacks.

Impact Wesneski continues to charge toward the final spot in the Cubs' season-opening starting rotation, now boasting a 2.12 ERA and 22:6 K:BB in 17 innings of Cactus League work. The 25-year-old right-hander looked great down the stretch with Chicago in 2022 and is shaping up as a pretty attractive late-round grab in fantasy drafts for 2023.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs mailbag: Hayden Wesneski in the rotation? Ian Happ's trade probability? The Cubs coaches and front office members aren't blind. They see what we're all watching. Wesneski looks the part and is getting results.

MARCH 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Has first poor spring start Wesneski allowed four runs on four hits across 3.1 innings in Friday's Cactus League game against the Dodgers. He walked two and struck out six.

Impact Wesneski entered the game with a 0.00 ERA this spring but endured his first Cactus League rough patch. The six strikeouts are still promising, giving the righty 17 of them across 12 innings. Wesneski has emerged as the top candidate to be the Cubs' fifth starter, and he could be a sneaky fantasy option if he secures the job and continues to pitch well.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In driver's seat for rotation spot Wesneski is viewed as the favorite to win the final spot in the Cubs' rotation, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports.

Impact Adrian Sampson was considered the favorite for the gig when camp opened, but he's struggled, while Wesneski hasn't allowed an earned run over 8.2 Cactus League innings, boasting an 11:2 K:BB along the way. Javier Assad is also a candidate and has pitched well, too, but Mooney writes that "it would be a big surprise" if Wesneski isn't the choice. The righty was excellent down the stretch for the Cubs last season and makes for an intriguing late-round selection in fantasy leagues.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hayden Wesneski has 'it factor' as Cubs pitcher closes in on starting rotation spot At this stage of spring training, it would be a big surprise if Wesneski isn't penciled in as the No. 5 starter in the rotation.

MARCH 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cactus League report: Hayden Wesneski's strong case to make the Cubs rotation — and Michael Kopech is 'where I should be' Hayden Wesneski knows what's at stake this spring as he battles for a spot in the Chicago Cubs opening-day rotation.

MARCH 13, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Pitching well this spring Wesneski tossed 2.2 scoreless innings in Monday's Cactus League game against the Mariners. He allowed four hits and a walk while striking out three.

Impact Wesneski is now up to 4.2 scoreless innings this spring with seven strikeouts. He looked good in limited action with the Cubs last season, recording a 2.18 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 33 strikeouts across 33 innings in six appearances (four starts). The 25-year-old is competing in camp with Javier Assad and Adrian Sampson for the fifth spot in the rotation. Wesneski has certainly helped his cause so far, and he could be a sneaky fantasy option if he's making regular starts this season.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs prospect notes: Ben Brown's arsenal, Hayden Wesneski's chances and more Cubs prospect updates on Ben Brown, Hayden Wesneski and Alexander Canario's health.

MARCH 2, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Adrian Sampson, Hayden Wesneski look to win fifth starter role, improve in different ways Sampson and Wesneski are honing certain pitches to give themselves the best shot as they compete for the final spot in the Cubs' rotation.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

In mix for fifth spot Wesneski is in contention to break camp as the Cubs' fifth starter, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact The spot may be only be a temporary one until Kyle Hendricks returns from his shoulder injury, and there are a long number of other candidates for the role, but it's still encouraging news for those expecting Wesneski to take a big jump this season. After coming over at the deadline in the Scott Effross trade, Wesneski cruised to a 2.18 ERA and 33:7 K:BB in 33 innings in his first taste of the majors. If he does indeed get the chance to take a few turns in the rotation to start the year, it's possible he pitches too well to give up the role.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

What Hayden Wesneski's debut season means for the Cubs in 2023 Wesneski began the season in the Yankees’ farm system and ended it in the Cubs’ big-league rotation.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Drops pitcher's duel Wesneski (3-2) allowed just two runs (one earned) across six innings but took the loss Monday against the Reds. He gave up four hits and a walk, while striking out six.

Impact Wesneski pitched well, but Hunter Greene was better in the 3-1 Cincinnati win. The former looked good in six starts for the Cubs, allowing three earned runs or fewer in each outing, which left him with a 2.18 ERA overall across 33 innings. That should wrap up Wesneski's rookie season, and he's put himself into a strong position to compete for an Opening Day rotation spot in 2023.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wesneski turning heads in bid for '23 rotation spot CHICAGO -- Every time Cubs manager David Ross has seen Hayden Wesneski around the clubhouse, the rookie pitcher always seems to be moving. T...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • MLB.COM

Cubs' Hayden Wesneski provides hope with impressive results, veteran's poise While no decisions will be made on his role for 2023 yet, the way Wesneski's closing out his season has many believing his future is bright.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Earns third win Wesneski (3-1) earned the win against the Phillies on Wednesday, allowing one run on six hits with two walks over five innings. He struck out three.

Impact Wesneski ran into trouble in the third inning after hitting Kyle Schwarber with a pitch and giving up a single to Rhys Hoskins in the following at-bat. Schwarber would then come in to score on a sacrifice fly from Bryce Harper. Wesneski also gave up back-to-back singles to lead off the fourth and eventually loaded the bases, but was able to pitch his way out of the jam. The 24-year-old right-hander now has three wins in September to only one loss and has allowed two runs or fewer in each of his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Hayden Wesneski stays 'on a roll' in Cubs' 4-2 win against Phillies Wesneski held the Phillies to one run in five-plus innings.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Wesneski has immaculate inning, pitches Cubs over Bucs 3-2 Rookie Hayden Wesneski had an immaculate inning in his second major league start to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 3-2 victory over the skidding...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Wesneski has immaculate inning, pitches Cubs over Bucs 3-2

Rookie Hayden Wesneski had an immaculate inning in his second major league start to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 3-2 victory over the skidding Pittsburgh Pirates

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strong outing in win Wesneski (2-1) earned the victory Thursday in Pittsburgh, striking out six in 6.1 innings while allowing two runs on five hits and two walks.

Impact Wesneski was highly effective through the first six innings, allowing just a run on four hits -- three of them by Bryan Reynolds -- and even throwing an immaculate inning in the fifth. He allowed a solo homer to Kevin Newman to begin the seventh before retiring his final batter of the evening. Wesneski has thrown at least 6.1 innings and allowed two runs or fewer in each of his two starts this year. His next start will likely be in the middle of next week against Philadelphia.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wesneski twirls immaculate inning PITTSBURGH -- Hayden Wesneski uncoiled from his throwing motion, strode off the mound and gave a quick point in the direction of the Cubs' d...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • MLB.COM

Looks sharp in first start Wesneski allowed just one run on three hits across seven innings but did not factor into the decision in Saturday's game against the Rockies. He had no walks and struck out seven.

Impact Wesneski didn't get the run support he needed for a win in the 3-1 defeat, but he still looked good in his first MLB start. The righty had previously made two relief appearances for the Cubs, allowing three runs across 8.2 innings while striking out 11. The strikeouts have been promising for Wesneski so far, and the 24-year-old is currently penciled in to start again next week against the Pirates. If he continues to impress, he could be in the mix for a 2023 Opening Day rotation spot on a rebuilding Chicago squad.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Saturday Wesneski will start at home Saturday against the Rockies, Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Wesneski's first two big-league appearances have come out of the bullpen, and he's allowed three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out 11 in 8.2 innings. He'll have the chance to make his first major-league start Saturday since Wade Miley's start will be pushed back to Monday. It's not yet clear whether Wesneski will remain in the rotation following Saturday's outing, but it's possible that the Cubs utilize a six-man rotation if he performs well against the Rockies.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in bullpen Wesneski isn't scheduled to start any of the Cubs' three weekend games versus the Rockies and looks set to remain in the bullpen, Al Yellon of SBNation.com reports.

Impact The Cubs view the 24-year-old right-hander as a starter over the long haul, but he's made both of his first two big-league appearances as a reliever, piggybacking Wade Miley on both occasions. After striking out eight over five shutout innings against the Reds in his MLB debut Sept. 6, Wesneski took a step back this past Sunday, yielding three earned runs on four hits and one walk over 3.2 innings to take a loss against the Giants. Considering that Miley built up to five innings and 75 pitches in that same game against the Giants, the Cubs will likely have less of a need for Wesneski to piggyback the veteran southpaw in Miley's upcoming start Saturday versus Colorado. As a result, Wesneski's relief appearances could be shorter in length moving forward and won't necessarily come on days that Miley pitches.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

After an impressive debut, what more can the Cubs expect from Hayden Wesneski? Even with a wipeout slider and deep arsenal, it's the way he carries himself that the Cubs point to when they talk up Hayden Wesneski.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cubs pitcher Wesneski disguised pitches too well for Statcast After throwing 5 scoreless innings in his major league debut on Tuesday, Cubs pitcher Hayden Wesneski explained how Statcast and the Wrigley...

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM