Hit hard by injuries early in spring training, the New York Mets added some depth Monday night when they acquired outfielder Alexander Canario from the Chicago Cubs for cash

The Chicago Cubs have traded outfielder Alexander Canario to the New York Mets, according to latest reports. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reports the Cubs traded Canario to the Mets for cash considerations. The 24-year-old was designated for assignment last Thursday to make room for free agent acquisition Justin Turner before the North Siders

While the New York Mets rely on internal depth to overcome recent injuries in their starting rotation and infield, they went outside the organization to bolster