The Chicago Cubs have claimed 28-year-old RHP Frankie De La Cruz from the Milwaukee Brewers, according to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinal:
#Brewers RHP Frankie De La Cruz was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Cubs.
— Tom (@Haudricourt) March 16, 2012
De La Cruz has pitched 32.0 innings in the major leagues since 2007, and spent most of the 2011 season in Triple-A. The long-time starter and swing man pitcher compiled 137.0 IP in the minors last year, earning a 3.88 ERA and 4.16 FIP. In the majors, De La Cruz pitched 13.0 innings in relief, earning a 2.77 ERA and 3.26 FIP.
The Cubs mark the fifth organization De La Cruz has played for since 2007.
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