Cubs mulling new translator for Chapman

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CHICAGO — Chicago Cubs closer Aroldis Chapman should have help on the way in the form of a new translator after a rocky start with local reporters.

Manager Joe Maddon said Thursday the Cubs were weighing their options trying make the transition for Chapman — who doesn’t speak English — more seamless.

“It’s difficult where we really haven’t built a relationship with this guy,” Maddon said before playing the White Sox. “I know there has been some reticence or pushback regarding him to this point however understand where he’s coming from right now. He doesn’t know us and he really doesn’t know the language so my best advice is to continue to build a relationship.”

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