Al Yellon created Bleed Cubbie Blue and has been its managing editor since 2005. He's also written three books about the Cubs, the latest is "Chicago Cubs Firsts."
The Cubs, since letting Christian Bethancourt go, had only one catcher on the 40-man roster.
They added one today when they acquired Matt Thaiss from the Angels for cash considerations. To make room for Thaiss on the 40-man roster, the Cubs designated Trey Wingenter for assignment.
Thaiss was the Angels’ first-round pick (16th overall) in 2016 out of the University of Virginia. In six seasons with the Angels he has not hit well: .