Baxter signed a minor league with the Cubs in late January, and has received an invite to the team's spring training. Baxter will face an uphill battle at securing a roster spot with Dexter Fowler and Jorge Soler pretty well locked down in the outfield. The 29-year-old played in four games with the Dodgers last season, but spent most of the year with Triple-A Albuquerque, where he posted a .289/.365/.439 batting line with seven home runs and 36 RBI over 119 games.

Dodgers sent OF Mike Baxter outright to Triple-A Albuquerque. Baxter was designated for assignment over the weekend and passed through waivers without drawing a claim. He is a .225/.331/.342 hitter in 198 major league games.

Dodgers optioned OF Mike Baxter to Triple-A Albuquerque. He's clearing room for the return of Matt Kemp. Baxter went hitless in seven at-bats for the Dodgers but will get another shot later this season with the big club.

Dodgers agreed to terms with outfielder Mike Baxter on a one-year, $700,000 contract. Baxter, who was claimed off waivers from the Mets last month, was eligible for arbitration for the first time as a super-two player. The soon-to-be 29-year-old hit .189/.303/.250 in 132 at-bats for the Mets last season. He'll compete for a reserve job in the spring.

Dodgers claimed OF Mike Baxter off waivers from the Mets. Baxter, 28, batted .232/.340/.354 over parts of three seasons with the Mets. He could be a useful reserve outfielder for the Dodgers.

Mets recalled OF Mike Baxter from Triple-A Las Vegas. The 28-year-old outfielder has struggled during his time with the Mets this season, hitting .208/.325/.277 with four RBI and four stolen bases in 101 at-bats. He won't be a factor in fantasy leagues over the final three weeks.

Mets optioned OF Mike Baxter to Triple-A Las Vegas. Baxter batted just .188/.278/.250 over 16 at-bats since being called up earlier this month. The Mets have recalled Lucas Duda to replace him on the active roster.

Mets recalled OF Mike Baxter from Triple-A Las Vegas. Baxter will provide the Mets with a left-handed bat off the bench. He batted .271/.373/.493 with five homers and 15 RBI in 41 games at the Triple-A level.

The Mets are expected to recall OF Mike Baxter on Saturday. No word yet on what the corresponding move is, but it could be David Wright heading to the disabled list. Baxter will provide the Mets with a left-handed bat off the bench. Baxter is hitting .271/.373/.493 with five homers and 15 RBI in 41 games at Triple-A.

Mets optioned OF Mike Baxter to Triple-A Las Vegas. Baxter batted just .212 (18-for-85) in 47 games with the Mets. The 28-year-old outfielder will represent organizational depth in the minors.