The Cubs called up rookie hitting sensation Jake Fox from Iowa and sent down Neal Cotts, the lefty specialist. Fox is batting over .400 with 17 home runs with Iowa, making him by far the hottest hitter in the upper minor leagues at this point in the season.

Calling up Fox is just what the Cubs needed at this point in their disappointing season. They need to make up for the loss of Ramirez’s bat in the lineup, as he probably won’t be ready to go for another month. I’m really hopeful this is going to turn things around.

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