With the 2023 MLB regular season less than two weeks away, a battle for the fifth starting pitcher position continues. Right now – on March 19 – Hayden Wesneski is winning that battle against Adrian Sampson and Javier Assad. Wesneski, now a second-year starter following a mid-season trade to the Cubs during his rookie campaign, was dominant in his six appearances last season. … [Read more...] about Wesneski Leading Three-Headed Battle for Final Rotation Spot
Caissie At The Bat
The focus of this space this week turn north of the boarder. No, I’m not talking about the Blue Jays. It’s Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic. The biggest names on the roster are Freddie Freeman of the Dodgers and Tyler O’Neill of the Cardinals. Making a splash for the team, albeit a small sample size, is Cubs minor leaguer Owen Caissie. The 20-year-old outfield played … [Read more...] about Caissie At The Bat
T.J. Edwards will be the steal of free agency
Linebacker might not have been the Bears’ top need this offseason, but they ensured the middle of their defense would be the strength of their unit after signing two players to multi-year deals on the first day of free agency. The team signed T.J. Edwards to a three-year contract worth $19.5 million (with $12 guaranteed) and followed up that move with a four-year, $72 million … [Read more...] about T.J. Edwards will be the steal of free agency
What Now at RB?
Unfortunate news hit the wire Tuesday night. Free agent running back David Montgomery reportedly agreed to terms with the Detroit Lions on a 3 year, $18 million deal, with $11 million guaranteed. Montgomery leaves the Bears with a hole at RB, specifically a RB who can run between the tackles and be great at both blocking and catching on pass plays. And throughout the first 3 … [Read more...] about What Now at RB?
Free Agency Review: Let King Poles Cook
In the early days of free agency, Chicago Bears General Manager has already dramatically transformed the team’s roster. Adding linebackers TJ Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds launches the unit from one of the league’s worst to one of the best overnight. Defensive lineman DeMarcus Walker and guard Nate Davis also fill critical needs despite flying somewhat under the radar prior to … [Read more...] about Free Agency Review: Let King Poles Cook