Cubs acquire Jose Martinez and add right-handed reliever A.J. Ramos ahead of Monday's trade...

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The Chicago Cubs addressed a need Sunday in acquiring designated hitter Jose Martinez from the Tampa Bay Rays for a player to be named later or cash consideration. To make room for Martinez on the 40-man roster, catcher Josh Phegley was designated for assignment. Martinez is expected to help an offense that is batting .208 with a .333 slugging percentage against left-handers with Kris Bryant ...

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