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Baez returning to Cubs facilities

Published Apr. 23, 2015 6:33 p.m. ET

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Javier Baez was granted a leave of absence following his sister's death, but the Cubs expect him to return to the team's complex, according to CSNChicago.com.

“Baez has been spending time with his family after the death of his younger sister, Noely, on April 8. That was the day before Triple-A Iowa's season started.

Noely had been born with spina bifida and made it to the age of 21, becoming an inspirational figure for Baez as he pursued a career in professional baseball.”

Baez hit .260 with 23 home runs in 104 games at Triple-A last season, but struggled upon making his debut. In games 52 with the Cubs, the second baseman hit .169 and struck out 95 times.

(h/t: CSN Chicago)

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