Which MLB Player Will Bounce Back In 2019?
Can Carlos Correa and Kris Bryant bounce back after struggling in 2018? Several members of our staff certainly think so.
Chicago Cubs (1874-2024)
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If Every Team Was Homegrown 2019: NL Central
Here’s what the Cubs, Brewers, Cardinals, Reds and Pirates’ rosters would look like if they were made up entirely of homegrown talent.
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The DH Would Benefit These NL Teams Most
The point is moot for 2019, but we still had fun exploring which NL teams would benefit most from use of a hypothetical DH.
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Top 2019 International Prospects To Watch
Ben Badler identifies the top 2019 international prospects and predicts where they’ll sign as the focus shifts toward next year’s international class.
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A Dozen Young Bats To Target In Dynasty Drafts
With dynasty draft season nearly here, we dig into the performance record and scouting reports to highlight 12 up-and-coming prospects who deserve your consideration.
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Pitcher-Heavy 2016 Draft Could Pay Off
The Cubs plan to aggressively push the college pitchers from their 2016 draft in an effort to gain financial flexibility.
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Cubs Stage Instructional League In January
The Cubs postponed instructional league in an effort to give players sufficient offseason rest and also to help implement mechanical changes heading into 2019.
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2019 Chicago Cubs Top MLB Prospects Podcast
Examining whether Nico Hoerner will be Chicago’s next great draft success, why scouts are buzzing about Cole Roederer and the Cubs’ lack of pitching.
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Ask BA: Why Have The Cubs Struggled To Develop Homegrown Pitching?
The Cubs haven’t hit on very many pitching prospects in either the MLB Draft or international market. J.J. Cooper explains why there isn’t one specific reason why, either.
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2019 Chicago Cubs Top 10 MLB Prospects Chat
Ranking and discussing the top 10 MLB prospects in the Chicago Cubs system, including new top prospect Nico Hoerner.
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Nico Hoerner Exceeds Expectations In AFL
The 2018 first-rounder had his pro debut abbreviated by injury, but he used a loud AFL to jump back on track.
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Numbers Game: Most Accomplished General Managers
A career achievement ranking of decision-makers active in 2018.
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Padres Acquire Jason Vosler From Cubs For Rowan Wick
It’s the third of three trades for the Padres on a busy Tuesday.
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Previewing The 40-Man Roster Deadline
Prospects every MLB team should consider protecting ahead of this year’s 40-man roster deadline.
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Chicago Cubs 2018 MLB Draft Grades
Nico Hoerner and Cole Roederer show advanced hit tools, plus a look at other standout Cubs picks.
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Christian Yelich Claims 2018 National League MVP Award
Yelich was voted the 2018 MVP by the Baseball Writers Association of America, receiving 29 of 30 first-place votes.
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Justin Steele Takes AFL Assignment As Praise
Recovered from Tommy John surgery, Steele resumed his career by reaching Double-A and then heading to the Arizona Fall League to get more work.
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Erick Leal Makes It 5 Straight Scoreless Starts In AFL
Erick Leal once worried his Chicago Cubs career was over. Now he’s healthy, stronger and rapidly regaining form.
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Minor League Free Agents 2018
A total of 520 players were granted minor league free agency on Nov. 2.
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Cubs Begin To Build Their Next Young Core
While the Cubs’ farm system is not anywhere near as well stocked as it was four years ago, it did yield multiple bright spots in 2018.
