Frequently Asked Questions
Who did the Cubs call up from the minor leagues?
The Cubs called up Christopher Morel from Double-A Tennessee and Brandon Hughes from Triple-A Iowa. Morel was brought up to help fill infield and outfield positions, while Hughes was called up as a left-handed reliever.
Why did the Cubs need to make these roster moves?
The Cubs have several players on the Injured List including pitchers Sean Newcomb and Brad Wieck, plus position players Nick Madrigal, Nico Hoerner, Clint Frazier, and Michael Hermosillo. The injury situation has been a growing concern for the team early in the year.
How has Christopher Morel been performing in the minors this season?
Morel has been outstanding with Double-A Tennessee, slashing .306/.380/.565 for an OPS of .945 in 29 games. He has 7 home runs and 20 RBI, which is a huge improvement from his previous seasons.
What positions can Christopher Morel play?
Morel is very versatile defensively and can play multiple positions including second base, shortstop, third base, and all three outfield positions. With Tennessee this season, he has played mostly center field but also saw time at third base and shortstop.
What's Brandon Hughes' background and how has he performed recently?
Hughes was originally drafted as an outfielder in 2017 but switched to pitching in 2019 after struggling with the bat. This season he's been dominant, pitching 16.2 innings between Tennessee and Iowa without allowing a run, posting a 0.48 WHIP with 22 strikeouts.