Cubs considering new translator for star closer Chapman

Cubs reliever Aroldis Chapman, centre, listens to a question as he meets reporters in Chicago. (Charles Rex Arbogast/AP)

CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs are considering bringing in a new Spanish translator for Aroldis Chapman after the star closer from Cuba struggled to answer questions about a past domestic violence case in his introductory news conference.

Manager Joe Maddon suggested the change Thursday night, saying they had a couple of names in mind. Team spokesman Peter Chase said coach Henry Blanco remains the official translator for now.

Chapman earned his first save with his new team Thursday night, striking out two and getting the final four outs in the Cubs’ 3-1 victory over the crosstown White Sox.

Catcher Miguel Montero served as Chapman’s translator after the game for the second straight day.

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