Cubs to recall Schwarber, put Montero on DL


Jun 17, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Chicago Cubs designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) hits an RBI single in the third inning against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 17, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Chicago Cubs designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) hits an RBI single in the third inning against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

The Chicago Cubs reportedly will recall catcher Kyle Schwarber from Triple-A Iowa on Friday and place catcher Miguel Montero on the 15-day disabled list.

Montero will see a hand specialist about a thumb injury on Friday, ESPN.com reported.

Schwarber was MVP of the recent Futures Game and was successful in an earlier stint this season with the Cubs, hitting .364 (8-for-22) with a home run, triple and six RBIs in six games.

Schwarber is expected to back up David Ross and Taylor Teagarden.