By committing myself to a game or two in the pipeline a night as often as possible, the choice hinges on some general factors. On occasion the Cubs pipeline pitcher is the attraction. Sometimes, a division rival breaks the tie. Once in awhile, I cheat, and follow the offense all night long. However, if a pitcher does well enough for long enough, his game jumps to the top of the list. If you pride yourself on knowing who the Cubs might trade the next few weeks, Jack Patterson is a name to know.
A left-handed hurler from Bryant College in Smithfield, Rhode Island, the Cubs drafted Patterson in the 25th round in 2018.