The Chicago Cubs today optioned left-handed pitcher Andy Pratt to
Iowa (AAA) and recalled right-handed pitcher Francis Beltran from the
Triple-A affiliate.
Beltran opened the season at Iowa, where he recorded 3 saves in his
first 3 appearances. He has not allowed a baserunner in 3.1 innings and has
fanned 3 batters.
Pratt has seen action in 4 games for Chicago, posting a 21.60 ERA.
He was acquired March 25 from the Atlanta Braves with IF Richard Lewis for
RHP Juan Cruz and LHP Steve Smyth.
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