Matt Mervis

The Cubs optioned Matt Mervis to Triple-A Iowa Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Mervis posted strong numbers over 19 games in Spring Training, but will not make the Opening Day roster. The 25-year-old struggled in 2023 with the Cubs and will need to show he can improve in Triple-A to start the season.

Matt Mervis has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

This move is a result of Cody Bellinger being activated from the IL, who will likely play a decent amount of first base with Mike Tauchman's recent hot streak. Mervis really struggled in his first stint in the big leagues, hitting .167/.242/.289. That being said, he still has big-league power and should be back with the Cubs at some point in 2023.

Matt Mervis provided the Cubs with some much-needed offense on Saturday, hitting a solo home run to help secure a 4-0 victory over the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

The first baseman finished the game 1-for-4 with one RBI and one run scored. Despite his struggles at the plate this season, Mervis has shown some power with three home runs and 10 RBI in 24 games played.

Matt Mervis is not in the lineup for the Chicago Cubs against the San Diego Padres Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Mervis will receive the afternoon off for general rest, with Trey Mancini filling in at first base and batting seventh against the Padres Sunday.

Matt Mervis returns to the lineup for the Chicago Cubs against the Tampa Bay Rays Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Mervis is back after sitting for regular rest Sunday, starting at first base and batting eighth against the Rays for manager David Ross Monday.