Last season MLB It's not bad Chicago CubsHowever, they failed to reach the postseason. With 83 wins and 79 losses, they finished second in the National League Central. Milwaukee Brewers (92-70)
During the regular season, that lead David Rose They got a significant plus in hitting, ranking among the top five in the National League in several areas. For example, they ranked fifth in batting average (.254), third in OBP (.330), fourth in slugging (.421), fourth in stolen bases (140) and third in runs scored (819).
However, they have lost some important players for 2024 Cody Bellinger. The outfielder had a .307 average, 97 RBIs and the co-leader in home runs with 26 for the Chicago Cubs. This leaves a critical hole in the outfielder that the Chicago Cubs must try to fill in the best way possible.
The Chicago Cubs added potential outfielders and designated hitters
For now, however, the team still has the season to continue to strengthen. Chicago Cubs This Monday he signed a player who could fill some needs during the season. We're talking about the Venezuelan outfielder and designated hitter David PeraltaSources agree with the group.
This may interest you: Best talk: Gerrit Cole praises Juan Soto's arrival to the Yankees
“Free agent outfielder David Peralta and the Chicago Cubs have reached a contract agreement, according to sources familiar with the deal”, reported Journalist Robert Murray on his social network Mark Fainsand revealed a specific nature of his treatment. “David Peralta signed a non-roster deal with the Cubs, per source. “The OF/DH should be in the at-bats mix.”, Comprehensive.
A few minutes later, the same Murray Another contractual action in detail Chicago Cubs. Free agent first baseman Dom Smith and the Cubs have agreed to terms on a minor league contract, according to a source familiar with the deal. The contract, including incentives, could reach a maximum of $3.5 million., pointed out As an insider, Murray recalled that Smith had surgery in early January and should be ready by the end of the year. Spring training.
Despite these additions, Bob Nightingale noted in his account of X Chicago Cubs Still planning to sign Cody Bellinger. “(The team) still wants to sign Cody Bellinger, but in the meantime they're signing veteran outfielders to minor league contracts.”, wrote.
Venezuela David Peralta, may have seen his best years pass, but he's a decent glove and bat. A decade in MLB, a Silver Slugger in 2018 and a Gold Glove in 2019 stand out. Last year Los Angeles Dodgers He hit .259/.294/.381 and in 133 games he had 102 hits, only seven of which were home runs and he walked in 55.
For its part, Dom Smith He spent six seasons with the New York Mets and last with the Washington Nationals. By season's end, he was hitting .254/.326/.366 with 134 hits in 153 at-bats, including 12 home runs and 46 RBIs.
