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Chicago Cubs DFA struggling reliever Julian Merryweather and call up right-hander Brooks Kriske

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Cubs designated Julian Merryweather for assignment, called up Brooks Kriske from Triple-A Iowa .

Merryweather had been inconsistent over the last month , surrendering 10 earned runs on 14 hits with eight walks.

Cubs used 16 relievers through their first 51 games.

Kriske had a 3.38 ERA, 28 strikeouts, eight walks, a 1.13 WHIP and a191 opponent batting average in 13 games at Triple A.

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