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Winkler

It’s a good landing spot for Winkler with the White Sox’ bullpen dealing with numerous injuries. The 32-year-old had been pitching at Triple-A in the Rangers organization, holding a 3.50 ERA and 26/13 K/BB ratio over 18 innings.

Both Winkler and Nick Tropeano made the decision to opt-out of their deals with the Rangers. The right-hander registered a 3.50 ERA and 26/13 K/BB ratio over 18 appearances with Triple-A Round Rock. He’ll now have a chance to explore opportunities elsewhere -- MLB-related or not.

Levi Weaver of The Athletic adds that Winkler can make $1 million in the majors this season. The 31-year-old righty was released by the Cubs last August after posting an underwhelming 5.22 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 40/30 K/BB ratio across 39 2/3 innings (47 appearances). He’ll compete for a spot this spring in the Rangers’ Opening Day bullpen.

The deal presumably would include a non-roster invite to spring training. Winkler, 32, has struggled the last few years after some initially success with the Braves.

Winkler was cut loose after being designated for assignment earlier this week. The 31-year-old righty posted a lackluster 5.22 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 40/30 K/BB ratio across 39 2/3 innings this season. Given his extensive big-league experience, he should be able to land another opportunity rather quickly.

Winkler got off to a great start this season, but he’s been a mess lately, surrendering 13 runs (12 earned) on nine hits and five walks over his last 1 2/3 innings of work. The Cubs are ready to turn the page.

The Cubs made the move on Friday, adding Winkler back to their bullpen mix. The 31-year-old righty has allowed one run on five hits with a 12/7 K/BB ratio over 10 2/3 innings this season.

Yet another injury for the Cubs. This is a tough break for Winkler, who just returned from the COVID-19 injured list in recent days. It’s unclear how long he might be sidelined.

Winkler ended up missing nearly a week due to COVID-19 protocols after bullpen coach Chris Young tested positive earlier this week. The 31-year-old righty owns a 2.25 ERA with a 5/4 K/BB ratio over four innings (five appearances) this season.

Assuming they get through them with no issues, they will be activated Sunday. Workman and Winkler were two of a handful of Cubs players to go on the COVID-19 injured list earlier this week, although none of the players have tested positive.