Cubs' Chris Gimenez: Removed from 40-man roster

Gimenez was designated for assignment Wednesday, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic Chicago reports.

The Cubs promoted Victor Caratini from Triple-A Iowa to replace Gimenez as the backup catcher to No. 1 option Willson Contreras. Gimenez appeared in 12 games for the Cubs, managing just four hits and three walks over 32 plate appearances. The 35-year-old is expected to pass through waivers unclaimed and report to Iowa within the next few days.