The Cubs released Flexen on Monday after he declined an outright assignment to Triple-A, according to MLB Trade Rumors.

The Cubs made a decision to waive Chris Flexen on Monday, who appeared in 21 games as one of their relieving pitchers.

CINCINNATI -- When Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo exited Monday night's game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in the bottom of the second innings, the Reds faced an uphill battle once again.

The Chicago Cubs debut of starting pitcher Michael Soroka was short-lived. The right-hander, who was acquired at the trade deadline, left Monday’s start agains ...

TJ Friedl hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the seventh inning, and the Cincinnati Reds held off the Chicago Cubs for a 3-2 win ...