MLB Trade Rumors

The Cubs are designating outfielder Alexander Canario for assignment in order to open a roster spot for Justin Turner, reports ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. Canario is out of minor league options and would’ve either needed to break camp with the team or else be designated for assignment (and subsequently waived or traded) at the end of spring training. Canario, 25 in May, came to the … [Read more...] about Cubs To Designate Alexander Canario For Assignment

Former major league pitcher Jim Todd passed away earlier this month at 77. A right-handed reliever, he pitched six seasons in the majors during the 1970s. The Cubs selected Todd in the ’69 draft coming out of Millersville University in Pennsylvania. He was a starter throughout his minor league career but moved to the bullpen upon reaching the majors in 1974. Todd pitched to a … [Read more...] about Jim Todd Passes Away

The Cubs have agreed to a contract with 40-year-old free agent Justin Turner, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic notes that the deal is a one-year, $6MM pact, while Heyman adds that Turner can earn an additional $2.5MM in incentives. Mooney was also the first to report that the two sides were nearing an agreement. Despite his age, Turner … [Read more...] about Cubs To Sign Justin Turner

The Cubs are in agreement with veteran righty Chris Flexen on a minor league contract, report Sahadev Sharma and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The signing is pending a physical. Once finalized, it’ll presumably include a non-roster invite to big league camp for the O’Connell Sports Management client. Flexen spent last season on the other side of Chicago. He inked a one-year, … [Read more...] about Cubs, Chris Flexen Agree To Minor League Deal