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Chicago Cubs Acquire Anthony Rizzo From Padres For Andrew Cashner

Published: 6th Jan 12 1:10 pm
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by Riley Schmitt
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Chicago Cubs Acquire Anthony Rizzo From Padres For Andrew Cashner
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Deal just announced: Rizzo and RHP Zach Cates from #Padres to #Cubs for RHP Andrew Cashner and OF Kyung-Min Na. #MLB
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It’s been a busy on the North Side.  First, news broke that star shortstop Starlin Castro is wanted for questioning in a sexual assault case.  Next, Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer pulled off a two for two trade with the San Diego Padres.  The Cubs have brought first baseman Anthony Rizzo and pitcher Zach Cates in exchange for pitcher Andrew Cashner and outfielder Kyung-Min Na.

This move should officially remove the Cubs from the Prince Fielder sweepstakes.  Rizzo was a key piece of the Adrian Gonzalez trade that sent the slugger to Boston, so he has great potential.  This gives the Cubs a cornerstone to build upon at first base and with any luck, Rizzo will be a star for years to come.

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