We already ran the Cubs’ media release with basic information on their top 10 picks in the 2024 MLB Draft, but what do we really know about these guys? The short answer, at least for me, is very little. But even without having done a ton of research ahead of time, we can get a decent snapshot of what the Cubs are looking for in this latest crop of future prospects. We can also see what they aren’t looking for…yet.
The first thing that jumps out is that they selected several college corner infielders, which tells you VP of scouting Dan Kantrovitz and crew have prioritized hitters who should be able to move quickly through the system.