Cubs sign Cuban left-hander Concepcion

"The Cubs have signed left-handed pitcher Gerardo Concepcion to a reported $7 million multi-year, major league contract.

Concepcion, 19, defected from Cuba in the Netherlands after being named rookie of the year for the Cuban national team. He will be invited to spring training, but is not expected to make the rotation. The Tribune first reported the team's interest in him during December's winter meetings."

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