Cubs Minor League Daily: A Tale of Two Stories
As far as Cubs prospects go, there was one big non-story yesterday, and one actually intriguing story.
Cubs Minor League Daily: April Rains
There were a lot of rainouts this weekend, though there were also plenty of games played.
This Week In The Minors: About That Pitching
Taking a look at the league average WHIPs across the minors, and comparing them with the top Cubs pitching performances.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Good Oddities
Dan Vogelbach stole a base! And it wasn’t his first of the year!
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Cubs Minor League Daily: Traveling Time
Most of the Cubs’ farm system was traveling yesterday, so there’s only one game to discuss.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Of DHs and Breakfast
Even in the minors, the signs point toward a DH in the NL. Kyle Hendricks finally had a great start, which should remind you of who Hendricks is.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Ripples
Yes, that says ripples with an “R.” Also, shortstop prospect Arismendy Alcantara is approaching a breakout.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Wallpaper This
Rock Shoulders had another huge weekend, and a bunch of Cubs prospects are starting to stand out.
This Week In The Minors: Tweaking The Numbers
Providing context for some of the more interesting numbers in the minor league season so far.
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Cubs Minor League Daily: Where Was I?
Luke is back, and the scoring is up.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Rare Opportunity
If you want to watch Dan Vogelbach, among others at Kane County, you can see them on MiLB.tv today.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Elephant In The Room, aka Your Jorge Soler Update
Soler did not swing the bat he was wielding, so at least that’s good. He’s still probably in for a heap of trouble, though.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Quarter Post
It’s early, but Brett Jackson is starting to show some progress with his revamped swing.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Calling All Graybeards
Running the bases ain’t just for kids.
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Cubs Minor League Daily: First Weekend Edition
A crazy first weekend of action in the Cubs’ minor league system,
This Week In The Minors: Getting Started
A new feature, taking a look at trends, and bigger picture issues in the Cubs’ minor league system.
Cubs’ Minor League Daily: Thud.
Although there were some individual bright spots, each of the Cubs’ four farm teams dropped its opener. Oof.
Cubs Minor League Daily: And We’re Back!
Your one-stop Cubs minor league shop is back for the 2013 season, courtesy of Luke Blaize.
Gauging the Farm Depth: Pitching
Things get a little dicey in the Cubs’ system when you move off of the positional side, but there’s a surprising amount of good-ish depth.
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Gauging the Farm Depth: Outfield
At the top of the Cubs prospect list, you’re going to find several outfielders. But how’s the depth looking?
Gauging the Farm Depth: Second Base
Depth is the operative word when it comes to second base in the Cubs’ system. Usually an organizational spot for busted prospects, the Cubs actually have quality at 2B.
Gauging the Farm Depth: Shortstop and Third Base
As little depth as there was at catcher, you’d have to say that shortstop and third base fall at the other end of the spectrum.
Gauging the Depth: Catcher and First Base
Other than the obvious Mr. Vogelbach, how is the Cubs’ organizational depth at first base? And dare I even ask about catcher?
The Bleacher Nation Top 40: The Top Ten
Who among the obvious big three at the top comes in at number one? Maybe not who you thought.
The Bleacher Nation Top 40: From 20 to 11
Say, what? Dan Vogelbach didn’t crack the top 10? Bust out your pitchforks …
The Bleacher Nation Top 40: From 30 to 21
The march through the Cubs’ system continues, with some more familiar faces starting to emerge in the rankings.