CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs added infielder Nicky Lopez and reliever Drew Pomeranz as part of a flurry of moves before Wednesday night's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

When the bullpen became a trouble area early on last season, the Cubs made a series of in-season moves that helped stabilize the group. The front office is once again keeping an active eye on which ar

Left-hander Drew Pomeranz was on the brink of making his long-awaited return to the majors 11 months ago. Signed by the Giants for what he said he knew was only going to be a four-day stint, Pomeranz was warm in the bullpen and ready for the call.