Frank Schwindel has been one of the best and most enjoyable stories surrounding the post-selloff Cubs.
In 41 games and 169 plate appearances for the North Siders, he’s hitting .365/.414/.679 (57-for-156) with 11 doubles, a triple and 12 home runs. That’s already gotten him a National League Player of the Week award, and accolades from Cubs fans who have enjoyed his happy-go-lucky attitude toward playing the game. He’s an easy player to root for.
He also has the most wonderful facial expressions:
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He’s also 29 years old (will turn 30 next June) and has never really done anything in the minor leagues that would have suggested he could do what he’s now doing for the Cubs on a sustained basis.