Chicago Cubs Make Roster Moves, Promote Matt Mervis to Majors.
The Chicago Cubs are expected to make several roster moves ahead of their weekend series against the Miami Marlins, including promoting first base prospect Matt Mervis to the Major League level and optioning third baseman Edwin Rios to Triple-A Iowa. The team has yet to officially announce the move, but it is expected to happen on Friday. Additionally, right-handed relief pitcher Nick Burdi is speculated to be added to the 40-man roster and recalled to the Major League level.