Chatwood posted an 8-15 mark and a 4.69 ERA in
33 appearances last season for the Colorado Rockies. His loss
total last season tied for the most in the National League.
The 27-year-old likely will be thrilled to leave Coors Field in
his rear-view mirror, as he limped to a 3-8 record with a 6.01
ERA in 17 games in Denver last season. By comparison, Chatwood
owned a 5-7 mark with a 3.49 ERA in 16 games on the road.
Chatwood compiled a 40-46 record with two saves and a 4.31 ERA
in six major league seasons with the Los Angeles Angels and
Rockies.
The Cubs could potentially lose right-hander Jake Arrieta as a
free agent this offseason, so signing Chatwood gives Chicago
another bona fide starter.
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