Dempster on 60-day DL; Roster Spot Open
The Daily Herald’s Bruce Miles reports that the Cubs placed Ryan Dempster on the 60-day DL. This opens a spot on the 40-man roster. Miles continues:
If the Cubs carry 12 pitchers, they could add Michael Wuertz and bring him north with the club this weekend. If they go with 11 pitchers, Wuertz likely would start the season at Class AAA Iowa.The Cubs no doubt are scanning the waiver wire to see if they can pick up an infielder to replace Macias, who will be out 3-4 weeks as he recovers from knee surgery. The Cubs would prefer an infielder with minor-league options.
This also means the Cubs could consider someone like Scott McClain.