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Cubs Reinstate RHP Oscar De La Cruz, Shift Tony Barnette to 60-Day IL

The Cubs announced Friday that they have reinstated right-handed pitching prospect Oscar De La Cruz from the restricted list following an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a banned diuretic and masking agent. The 24-year-old has made three rehab starts with the Myrtle Beach Pelicans this season, going 1-0 with a 1.20 ERA over 15 innings.

To make room on the roster, right-handed reliever Tony Barnette has been transferred to the 60-day IL. Barnette had been placed on the 10-day IL to start the season after dealing with shoulder inflammation, then posted an 8.