The Cubs are on pace to score 821 runs this season. That’s good, but that total ranks just fifth in the National League. They could use some offensive help.
Thus, this rumor posted Sunday is of interest:
The Cubs are among the teams showing interest in Nick Castellanos. They probably want to move Jason Heyward to center, add Castellanos RH bat in right. This one has some teeth.
— Chris McCosky (@cmccosky) July 21, 2019
Nicholas Castellanos can hit, no doubt about it, particularly against lefthanders. He is leading the American League in doubles (34) and is hitting .