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Sep 18, 2026 · 19:45 UTC · 1 source

Cubs roster move: Dansby Swanson activated, BJ Murray Jr. optioned

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• Cubs roster move: Dansby Swanson activated, BJ Murray Jr. optionedSB Nation · Sep 18, 2026 · 19:45 UTC

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