Cubs Get Mike Morgan Back

The Chicago Cubs reacquired pitcher Mike Morgan from the Minnesota Twins.

Morgan, who spent 1992-95 with the Cubs, will join the club in Denver on Thursday and will start against the Colorado Rockies.

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The Cincinnati Reds transferred right-hander Stan Belinda from the 15-day disabled list to 60-day disabled list.

Belinda, 32, has an inflammation of the spinal cord and will miss the rest of the season.

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The Houston Astros placed outfielder Pete Incaviglia on the 15-day disabled list with a right shoulder strain and purchased the contract of infielder J.R. Phillips from triple-A New Orleans.

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Philadelphia reliever Ricky Bottalico’s suspension from the bean-ball incident with Barry Bonds was cut from four games to three by NL President Len Coleman.