The Cubs acquired right-handed pitcher Dauris Valdez from the Padres Monday in exchange for righty James Norwood, who was designated for assignment last week to make room for catcher Tony Wolters. Originally signed by the Padres as an international free agent on February 12, 2016, the 25-year-old Valdez has an 8-9 record with a 3.97 ERA and 14 saves in 122 career minor league appearances in the San Diego organization.
The 6-foot-8 right-hander was a non-roster invitee to major league Spring Training each of the last two seasons after reaching the Double-A in 2019.