On Thursday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs beat the Philadelphia Phillies (at home) by a score of 8-7.
They swept the series, and will now head to Los Angeles to play the Dodgers on Friday night.
Chicago Cubs Announce Trade With Rockies
GettyNicky Lopez #7 of the Colorado Rockies poses for a portrait during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on February 18, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
After the game, the Cubs announced that they had made a trade with the Colorado Rockies.
Jesse Rogers of ESPN wrote: “The Cubs acquired INF Nicky Lopez from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash considerations, per the team.”
Lopez has spent part of seven seasons in the MLB.
He was with the Cubs last year.
In addition to the Cubs, the 31-year-old has also played for the Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Angels.
Over 686 games, Lopez is batting .245 with seven home runs, 153 RBI’s, 262 runs and 47 stolen bases.
MLB Social Media Reacts To Cubs-Rockies Trade
GettyNicky Lopez #12 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after being walked, scoring a run in the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on May 05, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Here’s what people were saying about the deal:
Here’s what people were saying on social media:
Bruce Levine: “Cubs acquire Inf Nicky Lopez from Colorado for cash considerations. A roster move likely will be made prior to Fridays game. Lopez is a favorite of manager Craig Counsell, who loves his defense and versatility.”
@PCA4FC: “Gotta know why the Cubs love Nicky Lopez so much 😂”
@Andy_Beebe: “He’s back!”
@tony_hogan: “After that throw kingery made yesterday absolutely a good move lol”
@crawlyscubs: “Ummmm two follow up questions. Can Nicky Lopez pitch out of the bullpen and does Scott Kingery have his bags packed?! I’ll hang up and listen #Cubs”
@Thomas_L_Murray: “Angels legend Nicky Lopez. Appeared in 5 games for the Angels last year and made his club debut on opening day last year as a pitcher against the White Sox. He recorded one out.”
@RockiesClubInfo: “The Colorado Rockies announced today they have traded Minor League INF Nicky Lopez to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations.”
GettyNicky Lopez #12 of the Chicago Cubs and Justin Turner #3 of the Chicago Cubs shake hands after their win against the New York Mets at Citi Field on May 10, 2025 in New York City.
Cubs Right Now
GettyManager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs speaks with the media following game two of the National League Wild Card Series against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field on October 01, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
The Cubs are off to a strong start with a 16-9 record in 25 games, which has them at the top of the National League Central.
They are 11-5 in 16 games at Wrigley Field.
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