FROM THE COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE:
For competitive balance purposes, the following player moves have been made.
Tubby Scales (2B) will move from Chicago to Detroit.
Sammy T. Hughes (2B) will move from Detroit to Chicago.
The move will bolster Detroit’s offense while strengthening Chicago’s infield defense.
At the time of this move, Chicago is tied for the league lead in hitting while Detroit is last. Detroit is second in the league in team defense while Chicago is tied for fourth.