Already faced with challenges of scouting and developing players in the wake of sweeping cuts to baseball operations, the Cubs could be forced to replace the man they hired less than a year ago to revamp their player evaluation process. According to a tweet from MLB.com’s Jon Morosi, the Angels have reached out to the Cubs for permission to speak with VP of scouting Dan Kantrovitz about possibly replacing deposed GM Billy Eppler.
This is far from a sure bet and isn’t expected to be concluded quickly, as the Angels are “getting a large list together” and have set Thanksgiving as a soft target for their new hire(s).