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Adbert Alzolay's arrival could give struggling Cubs a much-needed shot in the arm

CHICAGO - The news was revealed at the end of Joe Maddon's postgame press conference Wednesday night, almost as an afterthought.

Asked if there were any roster moves to report, Maddon mentioned reliever Tim Collins was designated for assignment.

"And Alzolay will be here tomorrow," he added.

That's Adbert Alzolay, the 24-year-old starter who was 2-0 with a 1.93 ERA over his last five starts at Triple-A Iowa with 40 strikeouts and only three walks in 28 innings. Opposing hitters were

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