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Chicago Cubs: 5 Under-the-Radar Players to Watch in Spring Games

It's relatively easy for a fringe prospect or a veteran on the roster bubble to fly under-the-radar in Chicago Cubs camp these days with so much star power mulling around the team's facility.

The Opening Day roster appears to set aside from the final bench spot and the final bullpen spot, so it's unlikely that a dark horse will play his way onto the 25-man roster with a strong spring performance.

However, it's a long season and opportunities will arise for lesser-known players to make a contribution at the big league level.

What follows is a look at five under-the-radar players worth keeping an eye on this spring.