Borbon claimed by Cubs, ignored by Astros
The much-discussed former Texas outfielder was placed on outright waivers Wednesday but was not claimed by the Astros, as expected. Instead, he'll join the Chicago Cubs.
- Born: 1986/02/20
- Age: 26
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 195
- Bats/Throws: L / L
- Seasons: 3
- Place of birth: Starkville, MS
- Drafted by: the Texas Rangers in 2007 (1st round)
| Year | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | K | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 60 | 220 | 42 | 77 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 42 | 12 | 33 | 12 | 2 | .350 | .386 | .450 | |
| 2006 | 55 | 235 | 45 | 86 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 30 | 19 | 15 | 19 | 6 | .366 | .412 | .481 | |
| 2007 | 40 | 174 | 35 | 60 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 28 | 6 | 20 | 10 | 3 | .345 | .370 | .506 | |
| 2008 | 66 | 291 | 47 | 89 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 36 | 15 | 30 | 36 | 7 | .306 | .346 | .395 | |
| 2009 | Rangers | 46 | 157 | 30 | 49 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 15 | 28 | 19 | 4 | .312 | .376 | .414 |
| 2009 | 96 | 407 | 71 | 125 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 34 | 33 | 40 | 25 | 7 | .307 | .367 | .386 | |
| 2010 | Rangers | 137 | 438 | 60 | 121 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 42 | 19 | 59 | 15 | 7 | .276 | .309 | .340 |
| 2011 | Rangers | 32 | 89 | 10 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 2 | .270 | .305 | .348 |
| 2011 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2012 | 126 | 533 | 78 | 162 | 23 | 8 | 10 | 56 | 37 | 69 | 20 | 8 | .304 | .349 | .433 | |
| Career Total | 215 | 684 | 100 | 194 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 73 | 37 | 96 | 40 | 13 | .284 | .324 | .358 | |
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Cubs claim Borbon
The Cubs have claimed outfielder Julio Borbon off waivers from the Rangers.
AL West notes
Taking a look at some of today's news around the AL West.
Borbon placed on waivers
The Texas Rangers have placed outfielder Julio Borbon on outright waivers.
Mets among possible suitors for Julio Borbon
John Heyman lists the Mets among teams interested in acquiring 27-year-old outfielder Julio Borbon from the Texas Rangers. The Rangers designated Borbon for assignment last week.
O's interested in Borbon
The Orioles "remain very interested" in Rangers OF Julio Borbon.
Rangers' demand for Borbon
The Rangers are looking for a "pitcher with options" remaining in any trade that involves OF Julio Borbon.
O's interested in Borbon
The Orioles have interest in trading for outfielder Julio Borbon.
Twins eyeing Borbon
The Twins are "kicking the tires" on outfielder Julio Borbon.
Late Entry, Julio Borbon?
Is it perhaps not too late to improve the Mets...questionable outfield?
What's next for Borbon?
Jon Heyman believes the Astros and Mets could pursue Julio Borbon, who was recently designated by the Rangers.
Rangers DFA Borbon
The Rangers have designated Julio Borbon for assignment.
