With no reliable left-handed relievers, and their best one just shipped to the minors, the Cubs would have been wise to shore up their bullpen.
Orioles closer Zach Britton is not questioning manager Buck Showalter's decision not to use him in the team's wild-card loss to Toronto.
Former Padres All-Star Tyson Ross, Nationals outfielder Ben Revere and Phillies outfielder Cody Asche are among 35 players who became free agents Friday.