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Chicago Cubs: What a difference one year makes for Kyle Schwarber

During his time in Triple-A, Kyle Schwarber regrouped – mentally and physically. When he returned to the Chicago Cubs on July 6, he put up drastically improved numbers. After a dramatic offseason transformation, it’s been a completely different story for the young slugger, who’s emerged as one of the Cubs’ most dangerous hitters.

Last year, expectations were sky-high for Kyle Schwarber to start the season. He was coming off a heroic performance in the World Series and the assumption was he would pick up right where he left off.

Despite high hopes from both the team and fans, Schwarber looked lost at the plate time and time again.