As I assess the Cubs pitching future, my opinions will be far different from the opinions of the traditional Cubs fans’ opinions. I see two main reasons for that. I see current Cubs players as short-term answers. They fill needs, likely, until their contracts lapse. Perhaps they sign extensions. Perhaps not. Beyond those players, the options I consider are, generally, the ones already under contract. Many consider “the next” to be Jacob deGrom, or whoever. I see deGrom as another team’s option, until that changes. To mind my assessment, a look at Kyle Hendricks is in order.
Kyle Hendricks has been a big success for the Cubs, but what comes next for Cubs pitching?
