Cubs VP of scouting Dan Kantrovitz was brought in to prime the pump for a revamped development infrastructure, but he’s got a tall order ahead of him. Kantrovitz’s resume boasts a pretty successful run in scouting and player development, highlighted by a 2012 haul with the Cardinals that included eight players who have made the majors. He basically accomplished in one draft what the Cubs have done since 2012.
The calculus has changed a little since he was hired, however, with the June draft shortened from 40 rounds down to five. That means having to hit big with little margin for error, though it doesn’t necessarily mean playing it safe.