Montgomery shocked by deal, happy to join Cubs

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MILWAUKEE — Mike Montgomery admitted he was shocked when he was called into the clubhouse during the Mariners’ game Wednesday and told he’d been traded to the Cubs.

“At first, you’re kind of bummed, because, you’re like, ‘Man, I’m going to miss a lot of these guys,'” Montgomery said. “Then, you look at it, and say, ‘I’m going to a really good place and have a chance to be part of something special.'”

The Cubs acquired Montgomery and Minor League pitcher Jordan Pries from the Mariners for Minor League prospects Dan Vogelbach and Paul Blackburn. Montgomery joined his new team and former manager, Joe Maddon, at Miller Park on Friday. Montgomery was in the Rays’ system and knew Maddon then.

“He’s got all kinds of potential,” Maddon …

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