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Morrow's surgery may change the Cubs' plans in the free agent reliever market, according to ESPN.

Cubs closer Brandon Morrow may miss start of next season after elbow surgery, report says

Cubs closer Brandon Morrow is likely to miss even more time.

According to ESPN, Morrow underwent minor surgery on his elbow last month and may have to miss some games to start the 2019 season.

Morrow had a scope on his elbow a month ago. Could impact avail in April
— Jesse Rogers (@ESPNChiCubs) December 6, 2018

"This was a cleanup of some cartilage, done arthroscopically," Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein said Thursday.

He added: "Doing well. Progressing without limitations."

Morrow was limited to 35 games in 2018 as he dealt with back and arm injuries.

He tallied 22 saves with a 1.47 ERA.

According to ESPN, the Cubs may now be more active in the free-agent market for relievers.

The report says Chicago has shown some interest in Yankees reliever Zach Britton, but nothing is imminent.

Phillies manager Gabe Kapler agrees with Jake Arrieta after pitcher's 'horses—' rant

Kapler said Arrieta's "comments are true" after the pitcher said the Phillies "need to have an accountability check."

MLB trade rumors: Indians prepared to listen to offers for Corey Kluber, other vets

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MLB hot stove: Phillies, Padres not only teams in on Mike Moustakas

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MLB trade news: Yankees acquire Orioles closer Zach Britton

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MLB trade rumors: Yankees have discussed making deal for Nolan Arenado

The report says the Yankees and Rockies have likely already discussed a deal for the third baseman who will be a free agent in 2020.

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