MALDONADO MOVED FOR MONTGOMERY
The Chicago Cubs acquired catcher Martin Maldonado from the Kansas City Royals for pitcher Mike Montgomery.
What does it give the Chicago Cubs
The Cubs recently lost the services of starting catcher Willson Contreras to a foot injury, so Maldonado will fill in for a few games while Contreras recuperates.
What does it give the Kansas City Royals
The Royals dealt away their starting catcher for this season in order to pick up Montgomery, a versatile left-hander who will join Kansas City's rotation for the time being.
Fantasy impact
Montgomery has more value as a starter than as a reliever, but he is still not a great fantasy option on the rebuilding Royals. As for Maldonado, his time as a starter is coming to an end. He did not own great fantasy value even as an everyday player.
