Cubs second round of Spring Training roster cuts includes Dakota Mekkes, Trent Giambrone, Mike Zagurski and James Norwood The Cubs announced the second round of roster cut prior to Saturday’s practice game against the Diamondbacks. The Cubs have assigned 15 players to minor league camp, reducing their spring roster from 55 to 40 players. Right-handed pitchers James Norwood, Duane Underwood Jr. and Rowan Wick have been optioned to Triple-A … [Read more...]
Cubs Agree to Terms with 17 Players on 2019 Contracts
Cubs agree to terms with all 17 auto-renewal players (0-3 men) on contracts for upcoming season The Cubs made it official on Sunday afternoon just after the beginning of the practice game against the White Sox in Mesa. The Cubs have agreed to 2019 contract terms with 17 players on their 40-man roster with zero-to-three years of Major League service. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed. The following players have agreed to 2019 contract … [Read more...]
From the Wire: Cubs Add Chavez, Recall Maples, Option Norwood, Place Bass on DL
Cubs activated RHP Jesse Chavez … RHP Dillon Maples recalled from Iowa … RHP James Norwood optioned to Iowa … RHP Anthony Bass placed on 10-Day DL … RHP Luke Farrell added as 26th man for Saturday’s doubleheader The Cubs made a plethora of roster moves prior to Saturday’s doubleheader at Wrigley against the Cardinals. The Cubs placed right-handed pitcher Anthony Bass on the 10-day disabled list with a right mid-thoracic strain and added right-handed pitcher Jesse Chavez to the 25-man … [Read more...]
From the Wire: Cubs Place Anthony Bass on DL, Select Contract of James Norwood
Cubs place RHP Anthony Bass on 10-day DL, Select contract of RHP James Norwood from Triple-A Iowa The Cubs made two roster moves on Sunday prior to the finale of the three-game series with the Reds. The Cubs have placed RHP Anthony Bass on the 10-day disabled list, retroactive to July 5, with an undisclosed illness. RHP James Norwood has been called up from Triple-A Iowa to take Bass’ spot in the bullpen. The Cubs selected the contract of James Norwood, added him to the 40-man and … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 12/29/16
Position Analysis – High-A Pitchers The CCO’s off-season look at the Cubs’ minor league system continues today. After viewing the possible pitching staff for Triple- and Double-A, we now look at the prospects for High-A. With a rotation that can go eight to nine deep, the pitching squad for Myrtle Beach in 2017 may turn out to be very special. High-A Starters and Relievers The 2015 draft provided several high-end pitching prospects. The foremost of these was eighth round pick Preston … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 05/18/16
The Chicago Cubs welcome another first place team to the organization as the South Bend Cubs moved into first on the strong pitching of Carson Sands and James Norwood. Myrtle Beach could not complete a sweep despite the efforts of Ian Happ, while Tennessee took their series thanks to Carlos Penalver and Chesny Young. Meanwhile, Iowa’s pitching woes contributed to two straight losses with offensive contributions from Albert Almora Jr. and Shane Victorino. The Down on the Farm Report has all … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 12/17/15
Pitching Analysis – Low-A South Bend The CCO’s off-season look at the Cubs’ minor league system continues today. After reviewing the pitching staffs for Triple-A Iowa, Double-A Tennessee, and High-A Myrtle Beach, we now look at the pitching prospects from Low-A South Bend. Low-A Starters and Relievers With all of the high profile pitching prospects a level above or below him, it is easy for Trevor Clifton to get lost in the shuffle. The Tennessee high school player was the 12th round … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 09/04/15
The week ended in extremes as Eugene held on to a first place lead with big pitching performances from Justin Steele and Oscar De La Cruz. South Bend’s reshuffled line-up produced a blow out win and a big game from Angelo Amendolare. Myrtle Beach and Tennessee are the home of two hitting leaders as Chesny Young and Willson Contreras look to take home their respective league’s batting crown. And Iowa fell out of playoff contention despite the efforts of Mike Baxter. So get the lowdown as … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 08/28/15
The end of the week saw another affiliate move into first place, as Eugene used a dominant performance by Oscar De La Cruz to move into the top spot. Iowa continued to roll with the lightning and thunder of John Andreoli and Javier Baez, while Tennessee was able to grind away thanks to the bat of Willson Contreras. Myrtle Beach and the AZL Cubs had to dodge the raindrops, and South Bend just couldn’t put it together despite the effort of Tommy Thorpe. As the playoff races get tighter, … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 08/24/15
Twenty-five games over .500! That’s the record of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans as they went home run happy over the weekend, with Ben Carhart leading the way. Iowa also caught the home run bug as five members left the yard this weekend, with a game-winner by Adron Chambers. Tennessee had to dodge the raindrops as Jacob Hannemann stayed on a roll, while South Bend salvaged a game with home runs from Charcer Burks and David Bote. With scores from the rookie league and the conclusion of the … [Read more...]