MESA, Ariz. – Sometimes opportunity comes when you least expect it and for Cubs’ catcher PJ Higgins, that opportunity may be around the corner. Higgins, 27, has gotten rave reviews from around Cubs camp this spring as he’s had more opportunities to show what he can do.
Higgins may not have gotten many looks during a typical spring, but following Austin Romine’s right knee sprain, the Cubs’ backstop is inching closer to having a spot on the Opening Day roster.
“I think there’s a lot to like about PJ,” manager David Ross said. “He makes good contact.