The latest Cubs roster move sees the return of a face fans loved to hate Chicago optioned one former first-rounder for assignment, replacing him with another. By Jake Misener | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Justin Casterline/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article It appears that the Chicago Cubs are keeping fringe relievers on a tight leash these days. Days after designating Genesis Cabrera for assignment after serving up three-run shots in back-to-back outings, Chicago has optioned Nate Pearson to Triple-A Iowa, one day after he allowed five earned runs in two innings of work in his return to the big leagues. In a corresponding move , the Cubs selected