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The Chicago Cubs have recalled outfielder Matt Murton from Triple-A in an effort to provide more right handed hitting off their bench. They sent Eric Patterson down to make room for Murton.
“We’re going to be playing teams with lefthanders [in their rotation] and quite a few lefties in their bullpens, so this gives us […]

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UPDATE: It’s official. Soriano is headed to the disabled list. The Cubs brought Eric Patterson up instead of Murton, which may indicate how serious the injury is. One would think the Cubs wouldn’t promote Patterson for just a two week stay.
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Alfonso Soriano, who injured his calf muscle last night while doing […]

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