Cubs Calling Up James Triantos for MLB Debut
The 23-year-old infielder is being promoted after a strong 2026 Triple-A season with Iowa, hitting .306/.344/.440 in 378 plate appearances.
The Cubs are planning to promote James Triantos, a 2021 second-round pick, for his major league debut. Triantos, 23, posted a .306/.344/.440 line with seven homers, 24 doubles, and 18 steals across 378 Triple-A plate appearances in 2026. He profiles primarily as a second/third baseman but has logged innings in all three outfield spots this season. Corresponding roster moves have not yet been announced.
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