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Cubs Lose 8-Year Veteran to NL Central Rivals in Free Agency

Cubs Lose 8-Year Veteran to NL Central Rivals in Free Agency

Summary

The Chicago Cubs catcher Reese McGuire has signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers. This contract includes an invitation to the Brewers' major league spring training camp, where McGuire will try to earn a backup position.

Key Facts

  • Reese McGuire, a 30-year-old catcher, played 44 games for the Cubs last year.
  • He has signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers.
  • The contract includes an invitation to the Brewers' major league spring training.
  • McGuire has played in MLB for parts of eight seasons with different teams.
  • Throughout his career, he has mostly played as a backup catcher.
  • The Brewers have won three consecutive National League Central titles.
  • Last year, the Brewers had a 97-65 regular season record.

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