"The Cubs acquired INF Nicky Lopez from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash considerations, per the team. Lopez spent time with the Cubs last season, playing 29 games in Iowa and 12 with the major league squad."
"So far this year with the Rockies in Triple-A, Lopez has a .906 OPS with 11 runs in 54 at-bats. He is not on the Rockies' 40-man roster, meaning the Cubs do not need a corresponding move right away."
"Lopez is the perfect replacement as a utility infielder who can come off the bench when needed or be used as a pinch runner. Lopez, by contrast, rates out much more highly on defense."
The Chicago Cubs have acquired infielder Nicky Lopez from the Colorado Rockies for cash considerations. Lopez previously played for the Cubs, appearing in 29 games in Iowa and 12 in the majors last season. He had a .282 OPS with the Cubs but has performed better this year in Triple-A with a .906 OPS. Lopez is not on the Rockies' 40-man roster, allowing the Cubs flexibility. His acquisition may signal a shift regarding Scott Kingery's role on the team, as Lopez is viewed as a more reliable utility infielder.
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