Cubs claim Putnam off of waivers

The Cubs have claimed pitcher Zack Putnam off of waivers from the Rockies. Putnam was one of four players that the Rockies have let go via waiver claims within the last 24 hours.

Putnam spent most of the season in Triple-A, posting a 4.15 ERA in 60 2/3 innings.

Analysis: Putnam will probably be given the opportunity to earn a spot in that bullpen when Spring Training comes. He is really just bullpen depth-and maybe a decent setup man if he's lucky.