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Cubs Acquire Backup Catcher; Debut Set Against Former Team
After designating veteran catcher Yan Gomes for assignment this week, the Chicago Cubs quickly replaced him by signing catcher Tomas Nido to a major league contract. This move followed the New York Mets’ decision to designate Nido for assignment after activating Francisco Alvarez from the injured list, where he had been recovering from a torn…