The Cubs gave Bob Howry his unconditional release as the team put pitched Carlos Zambrano back on the roster. Zambrano was told to leave the team back on June 29th after exploding after the first inning against the rival White Sox. Zambrano apologized to his teammates before the game Friday night. Howry had a 7.71 ERA,was 1-3, with 3 holds, 38 innings pitched where he gave up 36 runs.