Yesterday we featured the most celebrated members of the Chicago Cubs' 2011 draft class, first round selection Javier Baez and second round pick Dan Vogelbach. Today we briefly profile six of the other twelve members of the final draft overseen by former Cubs' general Jim Hendry who, we believe, have been productive enough since joining the organization to conjure hope. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs 2011 draft re-assessment: another Shawon Dunston on his way?
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Chicago Cubs 2011 draft review: Javier Baez and Dan Vogelbach
On or around the two year anniversary of former Chicago Cubs' general manager Jim Hendry's firing on August 19, 2011, we will write a brief retrospective on his tenure with the Cubs and his continued imprint on the organization. While Hendry made some solid free agent signings and masterful trades, his overall drafting record and performance as a trade-deadline seller were … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs 2011 draft review: Javier Baez and Dan Vogelbach
Is Chicago Cub Welington Castillo the next Yadier Molina?
While Chicago Cubs' general manager Jed Hoyer recently lamented the lack of quality catching depth in the team's minor league system, the position appears to be in good hands at the big league level, where Welington Castillo is making a compelling case to become a member of the Cubs' rebuilding core. As the season has grinded into August, Castillo, who plays a position that … [Read more...] about Is Chicago Cub Welington Castillo the next Yadier Molina?
Is current slump worrisome for the St. Louis Cardinals?
Rookie pitcher Carlos Martinez was asked to do a lot in his first career major league start with the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday night. Martinez needed to pitch well enough to split a series with the red-hot Los Angeles Dodgers, save the arms in the bullpen, and give the offense a chance to compete against a successful import from Japan. Maybe next time, kid. … [Read more...] about Is current slump worrisome for the St. Louis Cardinals?
Chicago Cubs 2nd round pick assigned to Kane County Cougars
The Chicago Cubs announced pitcher Rob Zastryzny has joined the Kane County Cougars from Short-A Boise, while pitcher Jose Rosario has been transferred to Boise. Zastryzny (2nd Round, 2013) was the 41st overall selection in June’s draft and pitched collegiately at the University of Missouri. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs 2nd round pick assigned to Kane County Cougars
Chicago Cubs uber prospect Albert Almora heads to the DL
The Kane County Cougars, in conjunction with the Chicago Cubs, said outfielder Albert Almora has been placed on the 7-day disabled list, retroactive to August 5, with a groin injury. Albert Almora, considered the next savior in franchise history, will see his spot filled by Catcher Neftali Rosario who has been activated from the disabled list. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs uber prospect Albert Almora heads to the DL
Chicago Cubs’ prospect Dillon Maples overcoming Steve Blass Disease
Here are a few more features of players from the lower level of the Chicago Cubs' minor league system. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs’ prospect Dillon Maples overcoming Steve Blass Disease
Chicago Cubs’ prospects Albert Almora, Kris Bryant showing promise
In continuing our overview of the Chicago Cubs' minor league system, last week we profiled several players on the rosters of the Iowa Cubs, Tennessee Smokies and Daytona Cubs. Today, we evaluate three prospects playing for the Cubs' lower tier minor league teams of Kane County or Boise. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs’ prospects Albert Almora, Kris Bryant showing promise
Boston Red Sox owner now owns the Boston Globe
The New York Times Company, has sold The Boston Globe and its other New England media properties to John W. Henry, principal owner of the Boston Red Sox. So now you have the main Boston paper covering the Red Sox, one of the most high profile Boston teams, owned by the Boston Red Sox. Conflict of interest anyone? … [Read more...] about Boston Red Sox owner now owns the Boston Globe
Chicago Cubs name Minor League POM: BIG BOY Dan Vogelbach
The Chicago Cubs today named Single-A Kane County Cougars first baseman Dan Vogelbach and Double-A Tennessee Smokies pitcher Matt Loosen the organization’s minor league player and pitcher of the month for July. The walk-up music for Dan Vogelbach says it all. Whenever the Kane County Cougars first baseman comes up to bat, the Stadium audio blares the "BIG BOY" snippet from … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs name Minor League POM: BIG BOY Dan Vogelbach