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Monday, August 8, 2022

Chicago Cubs claim Franmil Reyes from Cleveland


The Chicago Cubs claimed slugging outfielder Franmil Reyes from the Cleveland Guardians on Monday, according to a team announcement.

Reyes was designated for assignment by the Guardians on Saturday after hitting .213/.254/.350 with nine home runs and 28 RBIs in 70 games.

The 27-year-old should bring a power element to a Cubs lineup that ranks 19th in homers and 23rd in RBIs. He has hit 30-plus homers twice in his career.