Position Analysis – Low Minor Leagues Pitching Today, the CCO completes its off-season look at the Cubs’ minor league system. After viewing the possible pitching staff for Triple-A Iowa, Double-A Tennessee, High-A Myrtle Beach and Low-A South Bend, it’s time to focus on the pitching prospects in the lower minor leagues. Low Minors Starters and Relievers While he will show up on a lot of top prospect lists, a word of caution is in order when talking about 18-year old Jose Albertos. A product … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 07/15/16
Back from the Major League All-Star break, pitching took the forefront to end the week. Prospect Oscar De La Cruz returned to the field in Arizona, and Alfredo Colorado went the distance for the DSL-2 Cubs. Justin Steele returned to form with South Bend, while Ryan McNeil notched his 13th save for Myrtle Beach. Rob Zastryzny had to leave the game for Iowa, but the organization received good news about Joe Nathan. For more details, take a look at today’s Down on the Farm Report. Short Season … [Read more...]