Cubs claim lefty reliever off waivers from Orioles
Adding to their bullpen depth, the Chicago Cubs have claimed a left-handed relief pitcher off waivers on Friday.
Taking a spot on the team's 40-man roster is 26-year-old C.J. Riefenhauser, who was placed on waivers by the Baltimore Orioles.
To make room, the Cubs put Edgar Olmos, another lefty reliever, on assignment.
Here's a glance at some of Riefenhauser's numbers, provided by the Cubs:
• With Triple-A Durham in 2015: 4-2 with a 2.86 ERA in 29 appearances.
• With Tampa Bay: 1-0 with a 6.30 ERA in 24 appearances.
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