The Chicago Cubs lost a solid hitter in Dan Vogelbach. But getting Mike Montgomery in return was well worth it. It was never about Vogelbach’s talent or potential at the big league level. He could play one position–first base– and that seems to be taken. That same problem may show itself again as Jeimer Candelario is scorching Triple-A pitching, but there’s nowhere for him to play. He could be the next name dealt to acquire–well, the next Montgomery?
The Cubs’ Javier Baez still plays slick defense, but he’s regressed a little bit at the plate.