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Cubs activate Baez from DL, option Kawasaki

CHICAGO -- Javier Baez walked into the Cubs' new clubhouse for the first time Friday morning, and he didn't have a clue where to go.

"I took a tour alone and pretty much got lost," Baez said.

The Cubs officially activated Baez on Friday, optioning infielder Munenori Kawasaki to Triple-A Iowa. If Baez has his way, he will not only learn his way around, but make sure he is here to stay. The 23-year-old is coming off the 15-day disabled list after he suffered a left thumb contusion. He hit .267 with a home run in his four-game rehab stint with Iowa.