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    Javier Assad

    JavierAssad

    Chicago Cubs
    • Chicago Cubs
    • #72
    • Starting Pitcher
    • HT/WT
      1.85 m, 90 kg
    • Birthdate
      30/7/1997 (28)
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • Birthplace
      Tijuana, Mexico
    • Status
      Minors

    2026 season stats

    • W-L
      3-1
      Tied-53rd
    • ERA
      5.88
    • K
      14
      150+
    • WHIP
      1.27
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