Position Analysis – Center Field The series of articles to summarize and project how the minor league system looks on a position by position basis continues today. And the CCO moves to the middle of the great green expanse and looks a position teeming with talent: Center field Center Field The die appears to be cast in a change at the outfield pivot point, as Dexter Fowler declined a qualifying offer and elected for free agency. The Cubs have not closed the door on Fowler returning but the … [Read more...]
Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 06/17/16
The Iowa offense flexed some of its muscle with John Andreoli, Jeimer Candelario, Logan Watkins and Mark Zagunis leading the way. And South Bend continued to roll with Eloy Jimenez and Ian Rice. Jake Stinnett and Brad Markey pitched great games for Myrtle Beach and Tennessee respectively, while Yovanny Cuevas shined in the Dominican Republic. Keep your eyes on Down on the Farm Report, as you never know who will be the next player called up to the big leagues. Low Class-A – South Bend Cubs … [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 – 11/05/15
Position Analysis – Center Field The position analysis series has moved back to the middle and continues with look at a position that is just loaded with prospects: Center field. Center Field The front office made a good deal in the off-season, trading two unwanted players for a one-year rental in veteran Dexter Fowler. The 29-year old switch-hitter wasn’t a perfect fit, but provided enough speed an on-base presence to set up the rest of the offense. Fowler is now a free agent, and it … [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...]
The Daily CCO: Jason Motte Says Hello to Cubs Fans and Other News, Notes and Rumors
Ken Rosenthal reported Tuesday that RHP Jason Motte passed his physical and his one-year, $4.5 million contract with the Cubs was done. Motte’s contract includes a $2.5 million incentives package based on games finished. The Cubs have not announced signing Jason Motte and will have to open a spot on the 40-man roster in order to officially add Motte. Jason Motte said his good-byes to the Cardinals fans and hello to the Cubs fans on Twitter. “Thank you for the warm welcome. Thanks to the … [Read more...]