Player Released in Spring Training Re-Signed by Cubs

Naperville native Nicky Lopez returns to the Chicago Cubs

For the second time this year, Naperville native Nicky Lopez is signing with the Chicago Cubs. After spending the majority of spring training with the Cubs, the veteran infielder signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels for $850,000 on the eve of Opening Day. Lopez was released by the Angels earlier this month when infielder Zach Neto returned to the active roster from injury. Now, the two-time gold glove finalist is signing a one-…

Cubs roster moves: Nicky Lopez signed, Drew Pomeranz added, Gage Workman DFA, Gavin Hollowell optioned

The Cubs make some more roster shifts.

Player Released in Spring Training Re-Signed by Cubs

The bar is so incredibly low for backup infielders on the Cubs right now that the team has reportedly re-signed Nicky Lopez. The veteran utility man signed a minor league deal with the Cubs in the offseason, but was then released in spring training when he was notified that he wasn’t making the Opening Day roster. Lopez eventually found an MLB spot with the Angels, but he was DFA’d last week and now he’s back with the Cubs. Lopez was spotted wal…

Roster Moves: Cubs recall righty pitcher, option Jordan Wicks to Triple-A

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today recalled right-handed pitcher Gavin Hollowell. In a corresponding move, left-handed Jordan Wicks has been optioned to Triple-A