Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Greg Deichmann and how did the Cubs get him?
Greg Deichmann is a 26-year-old outfielder who came to the Cubs as part of the Andrew Chafin trade with the Oakland Athletics. He was originally selected by Oakland in the 2nd round of the 2017 MLB Draft out of LSU.
What are Greg Deichmann's minor league stats?
Deichmann has played 251 games across 5 minor league seasons, batting .247 with 30 home runs. Before joining AAA Iowa, he posted a .300 average and .433 OBP in 60 games for AAA Las Vegas.
Why was Greg Deichmann called up to the Cubs?
Deichmann was called up to replace Jason Heyward, who landed on the injured list once again during an already forgettable season. Heyward's IL stint opened a roster spot for Deichmann to make his major league debut.
Who else came to the Cubs in recent trades alongside Greg Deichmann?
Codi Heuer and Nick Madrigal also recently joined the Cubs, coming over in the Craig Kimbrel trade with the Chicago White Sox. Heuer is actually younger than Deichmann and had already appeared in games for the Cubs.
Did Greg Deichmann hint at his Cubs call-up before it was announced?
Yes, after being scratched from the Iowa Cubs lineup, Deichmann teased the move on his Instagram page the night before it was officially confirmed.