Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
2025 proj | 3 | 3 | 10 | 9 | 63.0 | 51 | 30 | 70 | 25 | 3.57 | 1.286 | 25.8 |
2025 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 21.3 | 20 | 11 | 20 | 12 | 5.06 | 1.453 | 6.9 |
2024 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 9 | 43.0 | 19 | 19 | 52 | 9 | 1.88 | 0.884 | 41.5 |
Date | News |
6/24/25 | Cubs couldn't delay the Ben Brown decision any longer — and fans got what they wanted. Porter Hodge is coming back to the big leagues, though the Cubs had to make a difficult roster decision to activate him from the IL. The Chicago Cubs activated relief pitcher Porter Hodge ahead of their contest with the St. Louis Cardinals. Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-could-not-delay-the-b... |
6/21/25 | Cubs Star Reliever Has Brutal Showing in Triple-A Rehab Appearance. The Chicago Cubs have performed much better as a bullpen over the last month or two, however it appears they are still going to be a ways away from getting one of their best arms back from the injured list. Young, flamethrowing right-hander Porter Hodge has been on the injured list since the middle of May after what was a very strong start to the season. The 24-year-old looked to be getting closer to a return from both oblique and hip problems with the start of a rehab assignment, however the production there is proving that may not be the case. More News: What Are Cubs' NL Central Rivals Predicted To Do Ahead of Trade Deadline? Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-star-relieve... |
6/18/25 | The Cubs are staring two incredibly tough roster decisions dead in the eye. With Porter Hodge and Shota Imanaga returning soon, the Cubs have some awkward roster decisions on the horizon. The Chicago Cubs are going to get some much-needed pitching reinforcements very soon, but there isn't much room on the active roster. Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/the-cubs-are-staring-two-i... |
6/10/25 | Cubs Provide Injury Update on Reliever Porter Hodge Ahead of Phillies Series. Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell provided an injury update on key reliever Porter Hodge ahead of a series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-injury-relie... |
5/21/25 | Jed Hoyer tells Cubs fans when the answer will happen for their biggest fear. The answer that every Chicago Cubs fans wants to know is when will Jed Hoyer add external reinforcements to the bullpen. With Porter Hodge on the IL, Ryan Pressly trying to get corrected while working in low-leverage situations, and Daniel Palencia not quite ready for being a closer on a Major League team contending for the playoffs, the Cubs once again find themselves without an established closer entering the middle months of the 2025 season. Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/jed-hoyer-cubs-fans-fear-0... |
5/20/25 | Cubs' biggest flaw takes center stage in brutal loss as Porter Hodge hits the IL. Cubs' biggest flaw takes center stage in brutal loss as Porter Hodge hits the IL After the ninth inning spiraled out of control, fans are once again sounding the alarm online. By Jake Misener | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article The Chicago Cubs were this close to making it four consecutive wins on Monday night. But after hanging a two-out, 0-2 slider to Derek Hill, right-hander Daniel Palencia lost the strike zone, walking Javier Sanoja and setting up Jesus Sanchez's game-winning triple into the right field corner, giving Miami a walk-off victory in the series opener. There was one question on everybody's Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-biggest-flaw-takes-ce... |
5/15/25 | This Surprising Cubs Reliever Has Taken a Massive Step and Now Appears to Be a Star. Through the incredible start to the season for the Chicago Cubs, much of the attention has understandably revolved around the offense. With the lineup putting up historic numbers and a pitching staff that at times has not held up its end of the bargain, it makes sense why much of the discourse revolves around the bats. With a collective 4.59 ERA that ranks 22nd in all of baseball, the relievers have not been reliable as a unit with chances to win games. Porter Hodge has been the most notable, but there's another name in the bullpen who is putting up some insane stats. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/this-surprising-c... |
4/23/25 | Porter Hodge just proved why he should be the Cubs' closer moving forward. Porter Hodge just proved why he should be the Cubs' closer moving forward The 24-year-old slammed the door as Chicago completed the two-game sweep of the Dodgers. By Jake Misener | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Matt Dirksen/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article Remember when the Chicago Cubs were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Tokyo Series in mid-March? That feels like a distant memory - especially after watching Craig Counsell's club scratch and claw its way to a two-game series sweep of the reigning champs at Wrigley Field this week. The offense - which tallied 18 runs in the short series - is rightfully receiving the bulk of the credit. Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/porter-hodge-just-proved-w... |
2/25/25 | This Chicago Cubs Flamethrower Could Become Team's Next Star Reliever. The Chicago Cubs had a lot of work to do with their bullpen this offseason after facing so many struggles in 2024. The relief pitching staff's inability to hold onto leads was a major reason why the team disappointed as much as they did last year. A few players were traded during the campaign and others the Cubs opted to release, moving on from veterans to give younger players a shot. Porter Hodge emerged as a reliable late-game option. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/this-chicago-cubs... |
1/09/25 | Porter Hodge can raise bullpen's ceiling even as Cubs continue addressing position. Around this time last year, reliever Porter Hodge was working on refining his throwing routine, integrating things such as balance drills into catch play. “Just staying true to myself and staying true to my work ethic,” Hodge said in August when asked about the key to his growth. While the bullpen will continue to be a focus for the Cubs over the rest of the offseason, homegrown players such as Hodge, who turns 24 next month, will be the ones who can raise the ceiling for the group. Hodge's emergence last season has inspired optimism. Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/cubs/2025/01/09/porte... |
9/11/24 | Cubs closer Hodge has heart scare but gets save. Cubs closer Porter Hodge had a heart scare in Tuesday night's game, but he recovered and got the save. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/41219511/cubs-... |
9/11/24 | Cubs closer deals with heart scare vs. Dodgers. The Chicago Cubs earned a 6-3 victory over the NL West leading Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. But before the game was made final, closer Porter Hodge had to battle through a worrying health scare. With the Dodgers down to their last out, Hodge stepped off the mound . He was greeted by catcher Miguel Amaya, manager Craig Counsell and Chicago's training staff. Hodge eventually went down to one knee and began rubbing his chest. The closer was dealing with elevated heart rate, something that has been a recurring issue. Hodge ultimately was able to work through his scare and got Max Muncy to pop out, earning his fifth save of the season. Hodge has been cleared to pitch, despite ongoing elevated heart Source: https://clutchpoints.com/cubs-news-closer-deals-he... |
5/23/24 | This Utah native just dominated in his MLB debut. Chicago Cubs pitcher and Cottonwood High alum Porter Hodge struck out three batters Wednesday in one inning of work. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/utah-native-just-dominate... |