The Chicago Cubs had hoped to add left-handed relief depth to the pitching staff this offseason and the team may have found a dark horse piece in 27-year-old southpaw Kyle Ryan.
Let’s be clear. There’s no way Ryan is the only ‘new’ lefty Theo Epstein adds to the mix this winter. Why? Because the team’s primary southpaw reliever, Justin Wilson, is a free agent – leaving a gaping hole at the back of the pen from the left side.
Taking a look at the potential left-handed options for the Cubs bullpen next season, Randy Rosario stands out.