Doug Nikhazy Moves Up to Triple-A Iowa Cubs
The Cubs left-hander advances from the ACL level to Triple-A Iowa, a notable step in his development pipeline.
Left-hander Doug Nikhazy has been promoted to the Triple-A Iowa Cubs from the ACL Cubs. The move represents a significant jump in competition level for the pitcher. His addition to the Iowa roster could factor into the Cubs' major-league depth planning. No injury or performance issue was cited as the reason for the move.
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