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Mervis double sparks Cubs rally in 7th past Twins - CBS Chicago
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Chicago Cubs on X: The #Cubs today activated OF Cody Bellinger from the 10-day IL and optioned INF Matt Mervis to @IowaCubs. / X
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Cubs Activate Cody Bellinger, Option Matt Mervis - MLB Trade Rumors
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Chicago Cubs: Cody Bellinger returns, Matt Mervis to Iowa
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Matt Mervis Chicago Cubs prospect watch for 2023 season
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Why the Chicago Cubs optioned prospect Matt Mervis to Triple-A Iowa with the return of Cody Bellinger
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Why the Chicago Cubs optioned prospect Matt Mervis to Triple-A Iowa with the return of Cody Bellinger
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How the Cubs Have Gotten off To Such a Hot Start
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Cubs BCB After Dark: Where goes Bellinger? - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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As slide continues, Cubs decide time is right to promote Mervis