If the all the triple-digit velo readings and young relievers making their MLB debuts during the postseason has you feeling jealous, you’re not alone. The Cubs haven’t necessarily done a great job of drafting and developing pitchers over the last, oh, decade or so and it’s dictated a lot of their acquisitions. Ah, but things may be about to change in that regard, perhaps as soon as next season.
Adbert Alzolay has looked good in a swing role, especially after implementing a new two-seam and slider during the season, and he figures to be in a mix for a starting spot in 2021.