Cubs Land Star Pitcher In Multi-Player Deal With Mets
Summary
The Chicago Cubs have traded for pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the New York Mets. The Cubs gave up prospect Jefferson Rojas in exchange and hope these players will help their team this season.Key Facts
- The Cubs acquired pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the Mets.
- The Cubs traded prospect Jefferson Rojas to the Mets.
- Holmes had a 4-4 win-loss record and a 2.39 ERA in nine games this season before an injury.
- He injured his fibula (a leg bone) in May but is close to returning to play.
- Last season, Holmes had a 12-8 record with a 3.53 ERA in 33 games.
- Taylor played 67 games this season for the Mets, hitting 10 home runs with a .241 batting average.
- The Cubs expect Holmes to be an important starting pitcher and Taylor to add depth to their outfield.
- The Mets gain a promising young player in Jefferson Rojas through this trade.
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