Cubs Set to Call Up Top Prospect BJ Murray Jr.
Chicago is promoting outfield prospect BJ Murray Jr., ranked No. 19 in the organization, to the major league roster on Tuesday.
The Chicago Cubs are calling up BJ Murray Jr., their No. 19 ranked prospect, to the major league roster effective Tuesday. The move signals the organization believes Murray is ready to contribute at the MLB level. His addition could affect roster construction and lineup decisions for the Cubs going forward.
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