In what could serve as a microcosm of the Cubs’ offseason, their biggest move — in terms of name recognition, anyway — came when they brought in an aging veteran on a minor-league deal. Northbrook native Jason Kipnis is a few years removed from his prime, but he offers the potential for both leadership and a steady hand at second base. Though many have remain hopeful for a youth movement in the form of Nico Hoerner, the Cubs have maintained the pursuit of experience and may want their top prospect to build more of his own in the minors.