The Cubs announced that they have selected infielders James Triantos and Pedro Ramírez as well as left-hander Riley Martin. Those three are now protected from being selected in next month’s Rule 5 draft. The club’s 40-man roster count is now at 32.
More to come.
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“This is Riley Martin…”
66 isnt Riley martin the brother that was part of Howard Sterns wak pak that said he was abducted by aliens? Man old school stern days nothing better….now he sounds like miserable old yenta himself
“Riley who is your best friend?”
“My bird, whom I hate.”
That’s encouraging. It seems like the Cubs may be planning to give Triantos a shot at being a utility guy next year. He can legitimately play 7 positions. Long and Triantos can replace Turner and Castro as far as I’m concerned. Not really sure what the future plan is for Ramirez but he was too good to just let walk. Martin? Ehhh decent LH arm. But Little has a better future. Guess they are giving up on Noland. I don’t think much of that.
Unclemike….why do you think they didnt elevate Birdsell? I know he may miss the season again but can’t someone snag him, end him on the 60 day IL and see how he progresses?
Couldn’t Cubs just throw him on 60 day and wouldn’t count against 40 while he rehabs?