Cubs claim Borbon off waivers
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The Chicago Cubs claimed outfielder Julio Borbon off waivers from the Texas Rangers on Friday.
Borbon had just one at-bat this season before being designated for assignment on April 9.
In 2012, Borbon spent the entire season in Triple-A Round Rock (PCL), posting a .304 batting average, 10 home runs, 56 RBI and 20 stolen bases. The 27-year- old has a .283 career average with seven home runs, 73 RBI and 40 stolen bases in 216 games with the Rangers.
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In addition, infielder Alberto Gonzalez was designated for assignment. He batted .217 in 11 games this season.