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SF Giants lose speedy outfielder in waiver claim to the Chicago Cubs

On Tuesday, the SF Giants and Chicago Cubs completed a transaction. Though, it was not the one Giants fans had hoped. Speedy outfielder Justin Dean was claimed off of waivers by the Cubs, per the team's transaction log.

SF Giants lose speedy outfielder in waiver claim to the Chicago Cubs

Dean was designated for assignment to make room for veteran hurler Tyler Mahle. Mahle joined the Giants on a one-year, $10 million deal. He can earn up to $3 million more in performance incentives.

The Dean move clears out the outfield additions the Giants have made this offseason.