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Cubs | Kyle Schwarber returns to Cubs
Chicago Cubs OF Kyle Schwarber was recalled from Class AAA Iowa Thursday, July 6.  Source: MLB.com - Carrie Muskat
 
BHQ take: Schwarber's return to CHC after a brief 11-game Triple-A stint undoubtedly will have playing time ripples, not all of which are currently clear. Ian Happ, who has played all three OF positions and 2B since his mid-May promotion from Triple-A, likely will see more CF PT. He saw extensive LF PT in Schwarber's absence. Happ's additional CF PT likely will come at the expense of rookie CF Albert Almora. Veteran 2B/OF Ben Zobrist could also see a slight...

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