Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ethan Conrad and why did the Cubs draft him?
Ethan Conrad is a 22-year-old left-handed hitting outfielder the Cubs selected 17th overall in the 2025 draft. Despite playing only 21 games at Wake Forest due to a season-ending shoulder injury, he was considered one of the best college bats available and remains a top prospect in Chicago's system.
What pick did the Cubs use to select Ethan Conrad in the 2025 MLB Draft?
The Cubs selected Ethan Conrad with the 17th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, making him a first-round selection.
Why did Ethan Conrad miss the start of the 2026 minor league season?
Conrad dealt with a lower back issue heading into the 2026 season that the Cubs initially said would keep him out for at least a month, but it ended up costing him nearly half the year before he made his pro debut on June 30.
How did Ethan Conrad perform in the Arizona Complex League before his promotion?
Conrad went 7-for-17 with a home run and a double over five ACL games, including two hits in his very first game, which was enough for the Cubs to promote him to A-Ball with the Myrtle Beach Pelicans.
Where does Ethan Conrad rank in the Cubs farm system?
Conrad is currently ranked No. 4 in the Cubs' farm system according to MLB Pipeline, and he projects as a corner outfielder who could eventually replace Ian Happ or Seiya Suzuki at the big league level.
Aldo Soto
With a journalism degree from Eastern Illinois University and a decade of Cubs reporting, my work has appeared on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and the Pinwheels and Ivy Podcast. I cover Cubs news and analysis for Sports Mockery, including roster moves, game breakdowns, and prospect development.
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