The Chicago Cubs' quest for starting pitching has finally yielded its answer in Edward Cabrera, a talented right-hander who is expected to have a major impact on their rotation.
Cabrera's acquisition came as the Cubs were still reeling from their playoff exit in the National League Division Series, and they quickly realized that their search for a marquee starter was far from over. The team was willing to give up top prospect Owen Caissie, along with two other players, to secure Cabrera's services.
While Cabrera has struggled with injuries throughout his career, he had a standout season last year, posting a 3.53 ERA and trimming his walk rate to an impressive 8.3%. The Cubs' pitching coach, Tommy Hottovy, praised Cabrera's ability to trust his stuff and execute it effectively, particularly with the development of his sinker.
The sinker has been a game-changer for Cabrera, allowing him to pair it with his changeup and increase his chances of success on the mound. Hottovy noted that the sinker was the key to Cabrera's improved walk rate, as he became more comfortable throwing it for strikes.
Despite the risks associated with increased velocity, Hottovy acknowledged that teams must weigh those risks when evaluating pitchers. However, the Cubs' willingness to invest in Cabrera suggests they believe his potential is worth the gamble.
The Cubs' signing of Bregman has also generated significant fanfare, but the addition of Cabrera may prove to be just as crucial in the team's quest for a championship. With Cabrera and Bregman on board, the Cubs now have a formidable starting rotation that should enable them to compete with the best teams in the National League.
As Cabrera takes his new surroundings by storm, he remains humble and focused, despite the intense scrutiny that comes with being a prized acquisition. Speaking about the Chicago weather, he quipped that it's "way different" from what he's used to, and it's clear that he's excited for this new chapter in his career.
Cabrera's acquisition came as the Cubs were still reeling from their playoff exit in the National League Division Series, and they quickly realized that their search for a marquee starter was far from over. The team was willing to give up top prospect Owen Caissie, along with two other players, to secure Cabrera's services.
While Cabrera has struggled with injuries throughout his career, he had a standout season last year, posting a 3.53 ERA and trimming his walk rate to an impressive 8.3%. The Cubs' pitching coach, Tommy Hottovy, praised Cabrera's ability to trust his stuff and execute it effectively, particularly with the development of his sinker.
The sinker has been a game-changer for Cabrera, allowing him to pair it with his changeup and increase his chances of success on the mound. Hottovy noted that the sinker was the key to Cabrera's improved walk rate, as he became more comfortable throwing it for strikes.
Despite the risks associated with increased velocity, Hottovy acknowledged that teams must weigh those risks when evaluating pitchers. However, the Cubs' willingness to invest in Cabrera suggests they believe his potential is worth the gamble.
The Cubs' signing of Bregman has also generated significant fanfare, but the addition of Cabrera may prove to be just as crucial in the team's quest for a championship. With Cabrera and Bregman on board, the Cubs now have a formidable starting rotation that should enable them to compete with the best teams in the National League.
As Cabrera takes his new surroundings by storm, he remains humble and focused, despite the intense scrutiny that comes with being a prized acquisition. Speaking about the Chicago weather, he quipped that it's "way different" from what he's used to, and it's clear that he's excited for this new chapter in his career.
. And let's be real, Owen Caissie was a valuable asset they didn't want to give up. It just goes to show that in the MLB, teams need to think long-term and be willing to take calculated risks.
. But at the end of the day, it's all about the bottom line - can he deliver results? Teams need to weigh those risks vs rewards, but if the Cubs believe in him, that's what matters.
. Are they trying to take down the Dodgers or Cards? The NL Central just got a whole lot more interesting 
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they were gonna have to make a big move or sit out another year with their pitching staff which wouldn't have been fun to watch 
I mean, Bregman is great and all but having Cabrera as part of the rotation changes everything, especially with that sinker he's got going for him 
... having both of them in the rotation could be huge for this team's chances at a championship. The Cubs fans are gonna love watching Cabrera bring that energy to the mound 
! he's gonna bring a whole new level of depth to the cubs rotation and i'm not just sayin that 'cause they had to give up owen caissie 
. but seriously, his sinker is 
. And what about the Cubs' rotation in general? They still have some major holes to fill and now everyone's going to be focused on Cabrera instead of developing their own young talent 
... and we've seen that kind of thing go wrong before 
. Still, Hottovy seems pretty confident in his stuff, so fingers crossed for the Cubs! 
plus the addition of bregman is gonna be fire 
like he's got the whole team on his back but at the same time he seems so calm about it 
and 3.53 era is insane lol what a difference that sinker makes for him 
i think this signing is a huge boost for the cubs' chances of winning it all 
. The fact that they had to give up top prospect Owen Caissie suggests that the risks outweighed the benefits for them 
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Cabrera's sinker is the real MVP! 
... I mean, Owen Caissie is basically a future star and they're just gonna watch him grow with another team while Cabrera is injured all the time 
. The sinker thing sounds legit though, maybe that's what sets him apart from other pitchers. But for real tho, the Cubs are taking way too many risks by investing in someone who can be super inconsistent 
... I'm so down to see Cabrera succeed and all, but a part of me is just gonna be like "I told you so" 
. The Chicago weather might be different for him, but I'm sure he'll get used to it in no time 
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