There’s no question that the 163 game season took a toll on Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras in 2018. We saw an All-Star first half turn into a season filled with career-lows in average, home runs, and RBI’s. With no established backup in Chicago, Contreras was out there in what seemed to be every game, giving his all like he always does.
In 2019, he needs a solid backup option. Preferably a veteran in the final years of his career who can come in and give the young up-and-comer some much-needed rest, while still giving the Cubs productivity at the position.