01-29-2024, 07:59 PM
Cubs offense last year was strong enough for a playoff team on the cusp.
Agreed that first base was an offensive black hole for last year but Cubs had great production from a couple players that Cubs should not count on recurring in 2024 from Gomes and Tauchman. In addition, Candelario had a ridiculous month for Cubs
Without Bellinger, Cubs lose their top offensive threat - best defensive player and clubhouse leader.
Assuming Belli returns, Cubs will likely rely on same players at 3rd base and a prospect at 1st and hope that Tauchman and Gomes can continue to have near career years
Agreed that first base was an offensive black hole for last year but Cubs had great production from a couple players that Cubs should not count on recurring in 2024 from Gomes and Tauchman. In addition, Candelario had a ridiculous month for Cubs
Without Bellinger, Cubs lose their top offensive threat - best defensive player and clubhouse leader.
Assuming Belli returns, Cubs will likely rely on same players at 3rd base and a prospect at 1st and hope that Tauchman and Gomes can continue to have near career years