In 2015, former National League Rookie of the Year, Chris Coghlan, had a huge season with the Chicago Cubs. A year after signing a minor league deal with the Cubs, Coghlan proved to not only be a valuable defender but hitter as well.
At the end of the 2015 campaign, Coghlan hit a career-high 16 home runs while matching a second career-best of 41 RBI. Having the ability to play anywhere on the field, including first base, Coghlan proved his worth.
Right before Cactus League play was underway, the Cubs shipped Coghlan out to Oakland in exchange for Aaron Brooks.