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Philadelphia Phillies News / Bleacher Nation / June 19, 2024

The Cubs Have Added Another (Minor League) Catcher in William Simoneit

A little more catching depth for the upper levels of the minors.

MLB News / Cubs Insider / June 19, 2024

Cubs Acquire Catcher William Simoneit from Phillies

The Cubs have added a catcher to the organization, but don’t expect it to have an impact on the big league roster. Well, at least not immediately. They acquired 27-year-old William Simoneit from the Phillies for cash and assigned him to Double-A Tennessee.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 18, 2024

Chicago Cubs Trade for Catcher from Phillies

The Chicago Cubs struck a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, bringing in minor league catcher William Simoneit in exchange for cash. For now, Simoneit will be sent to Double-A Tennesse.

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