When the Cubs’ biggest offseason move turned out to be signing Daniel Descalso to a two-year $5 million deal, fans were not pleased. The addition became a running joke on social media as fans lamented their team’s winter hibernation.
Amid the derision and sarcasm enveloping the utility infielder’s deal, something went unnoticed: It actually might have been a good move for Chicago. After missing a large portion of the spring with a sore shoulder, Descalso has come out raking in 2019.
The former Cardinal has reached base in 12 of his 29 plate appearances in the early season, totaling nine hits, including a home run and two doubles.