Jon Lieber, P, Free Agent

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Cubs | Three file for free agency Friday
Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:35:03 -0700

La Velle E. Neal III, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Chicago Cubs CL Kerry Wood, C Henry Blanco and P Jon Lieber filed for free agency Friday, Oct. 31.

Cubs | Lieber moved to 60-day DL
Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:52:30 -0700

The Sports Network reports the Chicago Cubs transferred P Jon Lieber (foot) to the 60-day disabled list Tuesday, Sept. 9.

Cubs | Lieber shut down
Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:33:51 -0700

The Chicago Sun-Times' Gordon Wittenmyer reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (undisclosed) has been shut down after being unable to shake some of the nagging aches that have limited him this season.

Cubs | Lieber activated
Mon, 01 Sep 2008 12:24:06 -0700

The Sports Network reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) was activated from the 15-day disabled list.

Cubs | Lieber to return Monday
Sat, 30 Aug 2008 09:26:22 -0700

Cubs.MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) will likely be activated Monday, Sept. 1.

Cubs | Lieber joins team Tuesday
Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:09:01 -0700

Carrie Muskat, of MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) rejoined the team Tuesday, Aug. 12.

Cubs | Lieber throws Tuesday
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:31:25 -0700

Carrie Muskat, of MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) threw three innings with Single-A Peoria Tuesday, Aug. 5, giving up three runs and five hits. Lieber did not experience any problems with his foot but stated that he needs to build up his arm strength. There is no timetable for when Lieber could make his next rehab appearance.

Cubs | Lieber to pitch three rehab innings
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 10:31:28 -0700

Cubs.MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) will pitch at least three innings for Class A Peoria Tuesday, Aug. 5.

Cubs | Lieber to pitch in rehab game Tuesday
Sun, 03 Aug 2008 19:45:06 -0700

Updating previous reports, Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) will make a rehab appearance with Class A Peoria Tuesday, Aug. 5, according to The Associated Press.

Cubs | Lieber throws side session Friday
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 18:11:54 -0700

Andrew Seligman, of The Associated Press, reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) threw a side session Friday, Aug. 1. Manager Lou Piniella said Lieber will throw three innings somewhere in the next few days.

Cubs | Lieber to make rehab start
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:39:47 -0700

Cubs.MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber (foot) is scheduled to make a rehab start at Class A Peoria Friday, Aug. 1.

Cubs | Lieber throws Tuesday
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:15:03 -0700

Carrie Muskat, of MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber (foot) threw three innings with the team's rookie club Tuesday, July 22.

Cubs | Lieber placed on DL
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:10:49 -0700

The Sports Network reports the Chicago Cubs have placed P Jon Lieber (foot) on the 15-day disabled list with a right foot strain.

Cubs | More on Lieber meltdown
Wed, 07 May 2008 23:12:47 -0700

According to The Associated Press, Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber became just the second pitcher in Cubs history to allow four home runs in one inning when he accomplished the feat May 7 against the Cincinnati Reds.

Cubs | Lieber roughed up Wednesday
Wed, 07 May 2008 12:59:45 -0700

Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber was roughed up for five runs on seven hits while striking out two Wednesday, May 7. Lieber surrendered four home runs and falls to 2-2 with a 3.80 ERA on the season.

Reds | Team hits four homers in second inning
Wed, 07 May 2008 11:14:31 -0700

John Fay, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Cincinnati Reds hit four home runs off Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber in the second inning Wednesday, May 7, which ties a team record for home runs in an inning. The last time they did it was Aug. 17 of 1966.

Cubs | Lieber starting Wednesday
Wed, 07 May 2008 06:44:20 -0700

MLB.com reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber (2-1, 1.86 ERA) will start Wednesday, May 7, against the Cincinnati Reds.

Cubs | Lieber added to rotation
Sat, 03 May 2008 15:40:42 -0700

Paul Sullivan, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber will take SP Rich Hill's spot in the rotation. Hill was send down to the minor leagues.

Cubs | Lieber earns second long-relief win Thursday
Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:32:17 -0700

Chicago Cubs RP Jon Lieber earned his second win of the season in long relief Thursday, April 10, according to the Yahoo! Sports box score. He pitched scoreless ball for 4 1/3 innings, giving up five hits and striking out one. He has a 0.00 ERA.

Cubs | Lieber takes the loss Friday
Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:55:45 -0700

The Associated Press reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber was the losing pitcher Friday, April 4, against the Houston Astros. Lieber pitched two innings and allowed two unearned runs. He also permitted one hit and struck out one batter in the appearance.

Cubs | Lieber to pitch in long relief
Mon, 24 Mar 2008 11:22:13 -0700

Gordon Wittenmyer, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Cubs P Jon Lieber did not earn a spot in the starting rotation. Lieber will pitch in long relief for the club.

Cubs | Lieber fighting for rotation spot
Tue, 18 Mar 2008 21:08:12 -0700

Carrie Muskat, of Cubs.MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber is one of three pitchers battling for one of two remaining spots in the Cubs' starting rotation.

Cubs | Lieber appears to have fifth starter edge
Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:25:43 -0700

The Chicago Tribune reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber looks like he has the fifth starter's nod over SP Jason Marquis and SP Sean Marshall.

Cubs | Lieber wants to stay in Chicago
Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:56:46 -0800

Gordon Wittenmyer, of The Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber has no problem with pitching out of the bullpen should he not win a starting job, and Lieber will not be upset and ask for a trade. ''The only thing I can control is what I do out there on the mound and put up results, and we'll see -- because trust me, I'll be the first one that tells you that I suck," Lieber said.

Cubs | Lieber one of two candidates for fifth spot
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 23:40:22 -0800

The Chicago Tribune reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber is one of two candidates for the fifth spot in the pitching rotation.

Cubs | Lieber throws Monday
Mon, 18 Feb 2008 16:01:33 -0800

Carrie Muskat, of Cubs.MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber threw a bullpen session Monday, Feb. 18.

Cubs | Lieber to compete for one of the final rotation spots
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 13:09:55 -0800

Gordon Wittenmyer, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber will compete for the fourth or fifth spot in the rotation during spring training.

Cubs | Projected rotation for 2008 season
Wed, 06 Feb 2008 11:10:14 -0800

Carrie Muskat, of Cubs.MLB.com, reports the Chicago Cubs' projected starting rotation for the 2008 season is: SP Carlos Zambrano, SP Ted Lilly, SP Rich Hill, SP Jason Marquis and SP Jon Lieber.

Cubs | Lieber financials announced
Thu, 17 Jan 2008 23:18:38 -0800

Updating a previous item, The Chicago Tribune reports the one-year contract signed by Chicago Cubs SP Jon Lieber calls for a $3.5 million base salary plus $4 million in incentives.

Cubs | Lieber signs one-year deal
Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:56:42 -0800

Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports the Chicago Cubs have signed free-agent SP Jon Lieber (Phillies) to a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Mets | Team maintains contact with Lieber
Sat, 05 Jan 2008 11:00:28 -0800

Peter Botte, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Mets remain interested in signing free-agent SP Jon Lieber (Phillies).

Mets | Team interested in Lieber
Fri, 28 Dec 2007 10:42:20 -0800

Peter Botte and Roger Rubin, of the New York Daily News, report the New York Mets have kept in contact with free-agent SP Jon Lieber (Phillies). The Mets would be interested in signing Lieber if the team can't acquire a marquee starter.

Reds | Team may pursue Lieber
Mon, 24 Dec 2007 11:31:13 -0800

John Fay, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Cincinnati Reds may attempt to sign free-agent SP Jon Lieber (Phillies).

Astros | Wade has discussions with Lieber
Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:06:35 -0800

Alyson Footer, of Astros.MLB.com, reports Houston Astros general manager Ed Wade has had conversations with free agent SP Jon Lieber (Phillies), but Wade is not confident any real progress will be made to sign him.

Astros | Team makes contact with Lieber
Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:01:42 -0800

The Houston Chronicle's Jose De Jesus Ortiz is reporting the Houston Astros are interested in talking with free-agent SP Jon Lieber (Phillies).

Phillies | Lieber files for free agency
Mon, 29 Oct 2007 19:07:50 -0700

Ken Mandel, of Phillies.MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber has filed for free agency.

Phillies | Lieber cleared to begin rehab program
Tue, 07 Aug 2007 14:11:09 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of the Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (foot) met with foot specialist Norman Lichtenfeld Friday, Aug. 3, and has been cleared to begin a rehab program.

Phillies | Lieber moved to 60-day disabled list
Sat, 14 Jul 2007 20:39:36 -0700

Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (foot) has been transferred to the 60-day disabled list, from the 15-day disabled list, according to USAToday.com.

Phillies | Lieber has foot surgery
Sat, 07 Jul 2007 21:47:12 -0700

Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (foot) had successful surgery, Friday, July 7, to reattach a tendon in his right foot, according to the Associated Press. He'll be in a walking boot for three to four weeks.

Phillies | Lieber to have season-ending surgery
Tue, 03 Jul 2007 17:37:16 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (foot) will undergo season-ending surgery Friday, July 6, to repair a ruptured tendon in his left foot. With his contract expiring after this season, it is likely he will not pitch again for Philadelphia.

Phillies | Lieber injury timelines put season in jeopardy
Sun, 24 Jun 2007 18:45:59 -0700

Updating previous items, Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (foot) would need at least six-to-eight weeks of recovery time before he could resume throwing, if season-ending surgery were not performed, according to Ken Mandel of Philadelphia.Phillies.MLB.com. Lieber is slated to visit team physician Michael Ciccotti and foot specialist Dr. Steven M. Raikin Monday, June 25. The best-case scenario, which is a long shot, would have Lieber returning in mid-to-late September.

Phillies | Lieber placed on DL, could miss rest of season
Sat, 23 Jun 2007 17:11:29 -0700

Philadelphia.ComcastSportsNet.com reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (ankle) could miss the rest of the season after an MRI diagnosed him with a ruptured peroneus longus tendon. The tendon runs from the bottom of his foot to his toe. Lieber has been placed on the disabled list and could undergo season-ending surgery. According to the Wilmington News Journal, Phillies assistant general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said it was possible Lieber could have season-ending surgery.

Phillies | Lieber expected to make next start
Sat, 23 Jun 2007 12:00:11 -0700

Ken Mandel, of Philadelphia.Phillies.MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (ankle) had his ankle wrapped Friday, June 22, however, he is still expected to make his next start Wednesday, June 27.

Phillies | Lieber could be given extra time to heal
Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:20:58 -0700

Updating a previous report, Ken Mandel, of Philadelphia.Phillies.MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (ankle) injured his right ankle Wednesday, June 20, while backing up home plate. Lieber had the ankle checked out and it turned out to be largely a muscular injury. Because of off-days, the Phillies should be able to give him extra time to heal and he won't be needed until Friday, June 29, at the earliest.

Phillies | Lieber exits early
Wed, 20 Jun 2007 18:20:21 -0700

ESPNews reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (leg) departed in the sixth inning of the his club's game with the Cleveland Indians Wednesday, June 20, with an apparent leg injury.

Phillies | Lieber throwing Wednesday
Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:08:25 -0700

Philadelphia.Phillies.MLB.com reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (3-5, 4.21 ERA) will pitch Wednesday, June 20, against the Cleveland Indians.

Phillies | Lieber struggling at home
Sat, 16 Jun 2007 05:09:29 -0700

In his last three starts at home, Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber is 0-3 with a 8.64 ERA, and has surrendered 33 hits over 16-2/3 innings, according to the Associated Press.

Phillies | Lieber starting Friday
Thu, 14 Jun 2007 12:27:24 -0700

Ken Mandel, of Philadelphia.Phillies.MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber (3-4, 3.72 ERA) will start Friday, June 15, against the Detroit Tigers.

Phillies | Lieber rotation spot safe despite Monday meltdown
Mon, 04 Jun 2007 22:21:07 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber allowed five runs and 10 hits in five innings of work June 4 in an 8-1 loss to the San Francisco Giants. Lieber has allowed 14 runs and 29 hits in three starts after posting a 2.50 ERA in his first six. Despite that, manager Charlie Manuel told media Lieber would not be moved back to the bullpen.

Phillies | Lieber to start Monday
Sun, 03 Jun 2007 13:17:00 -0700

Philadelphia Phillies SP Jon Lieber will start Monday, June 4, against the San Francisco Giants, according to Ken Mandel of Philadelphia.Phillies.MLB.com.