Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Cubs acquire Owen Caissie and from which team?
The Cubs acquired Owen Caissie in December 2020 in a trade that sent starting pitcher Yu Darvish to the San Diego Padres.
What are Owen Caissie's stats with Triple-A Iowa this season?
In 111 games with AAA Iowa, Caissie is batting .278 with an OPS of .871 and 15 home runs.
Why won't the Cubs call up Owen Caissie as a bench player?
Cubs President Jed Hoyer said if they bring Caissie up in 2024, it would only be for an opportunity to play every day, not as a role player off the bench.
Who are the Cubs' current starting outfielders blocking Caissie's path?
The Cubs currently have Cody Bellinger in right field, Pete Crow-Armstrong in center field, and Ian Happ in left field, with Seiya Suzuki mostly serving as designated hitter.
What would need to happen for Owen Caissie to get called up to the Cubs?
Caissie would need multiple injuries to occur, the Cubs to be eliminated from playoff contention, or he would have to hit an obscene amount of home runs in a few days.

