The Cubs have brought back Ben Cowles off waivers from the Blue Jays, following Shelby Miller's placement on the 60-day IL.

The Toronto Blue Jays infielder is now heading to Chicago.

Chicago and Toronto are just passing back and forth.

The Toronto Blue Jays claimed infielder Ben Cowles, a veteran of five seasons in the Chicago Cubs organization, off waivers Wednesday. In a corresponding roster move, pitcher Bowden Francis was placed on the 60-day injured list. MORE: Red Sox issue,…

The Blue Jays added former top-30 Chicago Cubs prospect Ben Cowles to the 40-man roster

He could be in the mix as the year goes along.

The Cubs have claimed Ben Cowles off waivers from the White Sox, adding a versatile infielder to provide depth at second, third, and short.