The Cubs acquired INF Nicky Lopez from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash considerations, per the team.
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 23: Manager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs reacts during the ninth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Wrigley Field on April 23, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
On Thursday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs beat the Philadelphia Phillies (at home) by a score of 8-7.
They swept the series, and will now head to Los Angeles to play the Dodgers on Friday night.
GettyNicky Lopez #7 of the Colorado Rockies poses for a portrait during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on February 18, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
After the game, the Cubs announced that they had made a trade with the Colorado Rockies.
Jesse Rogers of ESPN wrote: “The Cubs acquired INF Nicky Lopez from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash considerations, per the team.”
The Cubs acquired INF Nicky Lopez from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash considerations, per the team.
Lopez has spent part of seven seasons in the MLB.
He spent part of last season with the Cubs.
In addition to the Cubs, the 31-year-old has also played for the Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Angels.
GettyNicky Lopez #12 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after being walked, scoring a run in the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on May 05, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Here’s what people were saying about the deal:
Bruce Levine: “Cubs acquire Inf Nicky Lopez from Colorado for cash considerations. A roster move likely will be made prior to Fridays game. Lopez is a favorite of manager Craig Counsell, who loves his defense and versatility.”
@PCA4FC: “Gotta know why the Cubs love Nicky Lopez so much 😂”
@Andy_Beebe: “He’s back!”
@tony_hogan: “After that throw kingery made yesterday absolutely a good move lol”
@crawlyscubs: “Ummmm two follow up questions. Can Nicky Lopez pitch out of the bullpen and does Scott Kingery have his bags packed?! I’ll hang up and listen #Cubs”
@RockiesClubInfo: “The Colorado Rockies announced today they have traded Minor League INF Nicky Lopez to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations.”
GettyNicky Lopez #12 of the Chicago Cubs and Justin Turner #3 of the Chicago Cubs shake hands after their win against the New York Mets at Citi Field on May 10, 2025 in New York City.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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