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Cubs place Heyward on IL with no designation, recall Hughes

The Chicago Cubs placed outfielder Jason Heyward on the injured list with no designation and selected left-handed pitcher Brandon Hughes from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday

MAY 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Makes jump from Double-A to majors The Cubs recalled Morel from Double-A Tennessee on Tuesday.

Impact During his six-year minor-league career, the 22-year-old Morel has seen work at every position except first base, catcher and pitcher, so he'll provide the Cubs with some added versatility off the bench during his first taste of the big leagues. The righty-hitting Morel, who posted a .937 OPS in 123 plate appearances at Tennessee, is likely to see most of his initial opportunities as a short-side platoon option in center field with the lefty-hitting Rafael Ortega while Jason Heyward is on the COVID-19-related injured list.

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE