Position Analysis – Third Base Fittingly, the fifth installment of the position analysis reports focuses on the hot corner. Today’s report takes an in depth look at a position which remains rich in talent: Third Base. Third Base The 2015 National League Rookie of the Year Kris Bryant followed up a successful first season in the majors with a year that has him in contention for the National League Most Valuable Player for 2016. However, Bryant also saw 69 games in the outfield as well as … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 03/14/16
Minor League Preview – Rookie and Short Season A Good Morning to everyone at the CCO! Today is the first installment previewing the 2016 minor league season. A brief overall look at the system will precede the team summaries. Please note that the previews are based on current roster assignments and anticipated Spring Training success. All assignments, both as to position and level, are subject to change pending the completion of Spring Training. Overview The pipeline to the majors was a … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 10/22/15
Position Analysis – Third Base The position analysis series continues with a look at a position which is still rich in talent after the promotion of the potential National League Rookie of the Year: Third Base. Third Base After everything that has transpired with the Cubs this season, it is hard to believe that Rookie of the Year candidate Kris Bryant was the Opening Day third baseman for the Iowa Cubs. His stint lasted all of seven games before Bryant joined the big league team and set … [Read more...]
Cubs Added Quantity to the System with International Signings
Baseball America posted its annual review of the players the Cubs signed on the International amateur market this past year. According to Baseball America, the Cubs added 47 players to the organization and were aggressive signing players in the $100-250,000 range. The Cubs were restricted to signing a player for more than $250,000 due to the penalty the team received for flying past its International signing bonus pool during the 2013-14 signing period. The Cubs had the fourth highest … [Read more...]