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Maddie Lee

David Bote discusses mystery setback as Cubs activate him, DFA Jonathan Villar

The Cubs activated infielder David Bote (left shoulder surgery) from the 60-day IL on Friday. File photo. (AP Photos)

ST. LOUIS — The Cubs reinstated infielder David Bote from the 60-day injured list Friday after he endured a winding road back to health. He rejoined the lineup for the first time since late September.

‘‘I’m just excited to be playing again,’’ Bote said before the Cubs opened a three-game series Friday against the Cardinals. ‘‘I mean, I got goosebumps coming out here again.’’

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