Felix Doubront was granted his unconditional release from the Cubs on Saturday, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.

Doubront was granted his unconditional release from the Cubs on Saturday, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.

Analysis:

Doubront's minimal chances of earning a rotation spot with the Cubs were squashed early, as he gave up nine runs on 17 hits -- including two homers -- in four spring appearances. It seems he asked to be released with the hope of landing a major league opportunity elsewhere. Even with his career 4.78 ERA and 1.47 WHIP, that's not completely out of the question.