Hit hard by injuries early in spring training, the New York Mets added some depth on Monday night, when they acquired outfielder Alexander Canario from the Chicago Cubs, a 24-year-old veteran who made his major league debut in September 2023,

Hit hard by injuries early in spring training, the New York Mets added some depth Monday night when they acquired outfielder Alexander Canario from the Chicago Cubs for cash

The Chicago Cubs have traded outfielder Alexander Canario to the New York Mets, according to latest reports. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reports the Cubs traded Canario to the Mets for cash considerations. The 24-year-old was designated for assignment last Thursday to make room for free agent acquisition Justin Turner before the North Siders

The Chicago Cubs elected to sign veteran infielder Justin Turner after their pursuit of Alex Bregman in free agency proved unsuccessful. After making the move, the Cubs were forced to designate Alexander Canario for assignment in order to create space on the 40-man roster for Turner.

The Mets acquired outfielder Alexander Canario from the Cubs for cash considerations, the teams announced. New York placed Nick Madrigal on the 60-day injured list to create a 40-man roster spot.

Late Monday night, the New York Mets acquired recently DFA’d outfielder Alexander Canario from the Chicago Cubs for the oft traded cash considerations. The team announced he will take Nick Madrigal’s place on the 40-man roster,