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Cubs Acquire Versatile Infielder Nicky Lopez
24 Apr
Summary
- Cubs traded for utility infielder Nicky Lopez from the Rockies.
- Lopez, 31, can play second base, third base, and shortstop.
- He is hitting .333 at Triple-A Albuquerque this season.
The Chicago Cubs have made a trade with the Colorado Rockies, acquiring versatile infielder Nicky Lopez. This move occurred shortly after the Cubs secured an 8-7 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in a 10-inning game on Thursday. Lopez, 31, brings significant experience, having played in 686 MLB games across various teams, including a 14-game stint with the Cubs last season.
Lopez, who has not yet played in the majors this season, is capable of covering second base, third base, and shortstop. He is currently playing at Triple-A Albuquerque, where he has appeared in 15 games and is hitting .333 with a .418 on-base percentage. The acquisition is seen as a safe move, adding depth and reliability to the Cubs' infield.
Originally a fifth-round pick in the 2016 MLB Draft, Lopez returns to Chicago for this season. His ability to play multiple infield positions provides valuable flexibility for the Cubs. The transaction could potentially impact Scott Kingery's roster spot, though no official changes have been announced regarding that possibility.
