The impression from the Chicago Cubs' trade for Braxton Garrett was that the former Miami Marlins first-round pick would factor into the conversation next season. While Garrett still figures to be in the starting rotation next season, his first appearance with his new team will be out of bullpen. Ahead of Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Cubs recalled Garrett from Triple-A Iowa while optioning Tyler Ferguson for assignment. Ferguson was among the parade of veteran pitchers the Cubs took a flier on during the months leading up to the deadline. That is likely the box Garrett checks before a return to Iowa to remain stretched out as starting pitcher.