The Boston Red Sox acquired first baseman Garrett Cooper from the Chicago Cubs on Saturday for cash considerations.
Per Chris Cotillo of MassLive, the Boston Red Sox acquired first baseman Garrett Cooper from the Chicago Cubs on Saturday in exchange for cash considerations.
As they struggle to stay above water in a competitive AL East, the Boston Red Sox are adding another bat.
The Red Sox have acquired first baseman Garrett Cooper.
In a notable roster move on Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs decided to designate Garrett Cooper for assignment, as reported by Robert Murray of FanSided. Simultaneously, the Cubs are giving Matt Mervis another opportunity at the MLB level, signaling a potential shift in their lineup strategy.
One former MLB All-Star did not last for very long with the Chicago Cubs.
The New York Yankees have a problem at first base, but the Chicago Cubs might have given them a readily available option to solve it. While it’s too early to declare a player’s season “over”, the signs from Anthony Rizzo thus far are discouraging, as the left-handed veteran has not done much to impress with his batted ball quality.
The Chicago Cubs are designating Garrett Cooper for assignment, according to Robert Murray of FanSided.com. The former All-Star signed a non-roster minor league deal with the Cubs to get into camp. He only appeared in 10 games but hit a pair of home runs and a double over 30 trips to the plate.
He has been playing well, but there are issues under the hood.
Here's a look at the Chicago Cubs lineup for Game 2 against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.
Garrett Cooper went 3-for-4 and drove in three runs en route to a 12-2 win for the host Chicago Cubs over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field.
Garrett Cooper has homered and tripled in this one.
Garrett Cooper and Michael Busch homered Regular readers of these recaps know that I was less than impressed when the Cubs signed Garrett Cooper to a minor-league deal just before Spring Training began.
With Opening Day around the corner, the Chicago Cubs have reportedly added non-roster invite Garrett Cooper to the roster. The veteran will look to offer manager Craig Counsell flexibility at both first base and designated hitter in the lineup.
Another spot on the Cubs Opening Day roster has been filled. It was announced Friday that Garrett Cooper made the team following a season in which he split time in Miami and San Diego.
First baseman Garrett Cooper has made the Opening Day roster with the Cubs, reports Craig Mish of SportsGrid (X link). He’s not on the 40-man roster, so Chicago will need to select his contract in the next few days.
After signing a minor-league deal in early March, Garrett Cooper has been making a case for the Chicago Cubs to include him on their Opening Day roster. The veteran has experience at first base and right field, and versatility will likely factor into the Cubs' roster decisions ahead of the March 28 season opener.
The Chicago Cubs are looking for an even deeper impact on the infield for the 2024 season, and they are hoping it comes in the form of veteran infielder Garrett Cooper, who they just added on a minor league deal.
San Diego Padres free agent first baseman and former All-Star Garrett Cooper is heading to the Midwest. Herald Sports' Craig Mish shared on X that Cooper is signing with the Chicago Cubs. It is a minor league deal, and Cooper will receive an invitation to Chicago's big league spring training.
The Chicago Cubs on Sunday reportedly brought in some veteran help to provide depth at first base.
The Chicago Cubs did not rest on their laurels after re-signing Cody Bellinger. A little added depth never hurt.
There are "about five teams" in the market for free agent first baseman Garrett Cooper, according to a report from Miami Herald and MLB Network contributor Craig Mish on Monday night.
Padres first baseman Garrett Cooper was removed from the first game of the doubleheader on Saturday after getting hit by a pitch right on the elbow. Cooper initially wasn't in the lineup as he's banged up with a jammed wrist, but entered the game as a pinch-hitter in the 7th inning.
Being traded mid-season is tough. You have to get used to a new stadium, a new clubhouse, new routes to get to and from the ballpark, a new fanbase, and a whole lot of stuff that makes each team unique.
Cooper, 31, was a first-time All-Star this year.
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