Dansby Swanson returns, Pete Crow-Armstrong heads to Iowa in Cubs roster moves originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago
He Chicago Cubs have made a series of roster moves on their day off, including activating shortstop Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list.
Swanson, who has been out of action since May 10 with a knee issue, will return to the roster ahead of a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field.
The Cubs will also reportedly call up No. 13 prospect Luis Vázquez before Tuesday’s game, although they have not done so yet. A 40-man roster move would not be necessary, as he is already on that roster according to the team.
In a pair of corresponding roster moves, the Cubs have opted for infielder Miles Mastrobuoni and gardener Pete Crow-Armstrong to Triple-A Iowa.
Swanson is hitting .209/.285/.341 for the Cubs this season, with four home runs and 12 RBIs. He was dealing with a knee issue in late April and early May before being placed on the disabled list, and will return just one day after becoming eligible to do so.
Vázquez, a 14th The Cubs’ first-round pick in the 2017 MLB Draft, has three home runs and 11 RBIs in 168 plate appearances at Iowa this season. He is hitting .262/.360/.397 for Iowa and has become known for his defensive ability and versatility.
Mastrobuoni replaced Swanson and Nico Hoerner during his recent injury problems, with two RBIs and a 5-for-40 performance at the plate in 19 total games with the Cubs.
Crow-Armstrong is hitting .236 for the Cubs, with one home run, nine RBIs and five stolen bases. He has 13 strikeouts in 55 at-bats so far this season for the North Siders.
The Cubs will begin a three-game series against the Braves on Tuesday, with first pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m.