Theriot was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Friday to make room on the Cubs' roster for right-hander Mark Prior, who was activated off the 15-day disabled list. Theriot was 2-for-9 during his second stint with Chicago this season.
(Updated 7/21/2006)

Analysis: Theriot is hitting .154 (2-for-13) in nine total games for the Cubs this season.