The Ian Clarkin Era With The Cubs Is Back On!

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It’s been an interesting winter for left-handed pitcher Ian Clarkin. He’s been in the White Sox farm system since the middle of 2017, and apparently the Cubs really love him.

Here’s a quick recap of Clarkin’s journey in the offseason.

Thanks for the memories, Ian Clarkin pic.twitter.com/1oguX0ewmi

— Aldo Soto (@AldoSoto21) November 26, 2018

The Cubs claimed him off waivers from the White Sox on Nov. 20, and less than a week later the White Sox claimed him right back.

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But now Clarkin is back with the Cubs again!

Wash, rinse, repeat. Ian Clarkin claimed off waivers by the Cubs from the White Sox. 40-man roster at 39.

— Mark Gonzales (@MDGonzales) January 16, 2019

Cubs to Ian Clarkin pic.twitter.com/uuutEqHLxB

— Aldo Soto (@AldoSoto21) January 16, 2019

Let’s see how long until the White Sox claim him right back.

Ian Clarkin had a 4.76 ERA in 85 IP last season (between three CWS affiliates). Worth noting, though, that he had 2.72 ERA in 36.1 IP after returning in July from a groin issue.

— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) January 16, 2019

Clarkin was a first round pick in 2013 by the Yankees.