Pressly (1-1) picked up the win Tuesday, striking out one in a perfect inning of relief during a 2-1 extra-inning victory over the Padres.

but if Pressly were to struggle for an extended period, Porter Hodge -- who saved nine games for Chicago last season -- would be waiting in the wings.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell emphasized the “fine line” with closers — one pitch out of 15 can totally skew an appearance. Things are especially magnified at the beginning of the season. Ultimately, ...

Whether or not to leave Houston for Chicago wasn’t a decision Ryan Pressly made lightly ... who was with Pressly in the Boston Red Sox organization, bring along prior relationships.

Donation Options Search Search Search Cubs pitcher Ryan Pressly, right, celebrates a win against the Arizona Diamondbacks with catcher Miguel Amaya on Thursday, March 27, 2025, in Phoenix.

Ryan Pressly made his debut for the Cubs, showing mixed results in a spring training game against the Texas Rangers. Despite some control issues and a high pitch count, Pressly's performance isn't ...