PT TOMORROW: NL Central - P.J. Higgins ready for his chance with CHC

Chicago Cubs

The Cubs became a goldmine for unexpected fantasy value following the trade deadline in 2021 after the departures of Javier Báez (SS, DET), Kris Bryant (3B/OF, COL), and Anthony Rizzo (1B, NYY). We aren’t likely to see the same level of activity from the Cubs this year, but Willson Contreras (C, CHC) is one of the players with the highest likelihood to be moved. Yan Gomes (C, CHC) would appear to be the primary playing time winner, but he may also be a trade candidate. Even if he sticks in Chicago, the Cubs would be wise to give P.J. Higgins (C, CHC) an extended look with the hopes that he can contribute to future teams. While Higgins is 29 and getting his first extended look in the majors, we saw Patrick Wisdom (1B/3B,...

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