After enduring a 108-year wait for a World Series title, Chicago Cubs fans may not have to endure such a lengthy hiatus for the next championship victory. With the strength of their farm system, the Cubs could potentially clinch another title before the decade concludes. According to MLB Pipeline, Chicago’s minor-league system hasn’t boasted this level of talent since its top-ranking status in 2015, the year preceding their last World Series triumph. Back then, rising stars like Javy Baez, Kyle Schwarber, and Willson Contreras played pivotal roles in securing the championship.
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Despite predictions of a dynasty, the Cubs fell short of a sustained dominance, primarily due to the lack of homegrown starting pitching. However, the current scenario presents a more promising outlook. Chicago now possesses greater depth in pitching within its system, highlighted by Cade Horton, the organization’s second-best prospect and ranked 26th overall by MLB. Additionally, the Cubs feature five prospects within MLB Pipeline’s top 55, with outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong standing out at number 16.
With most of these promising talents expected to join the major leagues within the next couple of years, the Cubs’ future appears bright. Meanwhile, the team’s present situation is not lacking in talent either. Under the guidance of esteemed manager Craig Counsell, bolstered by the re-signing of Cody Bellinger and the addition of Shota Imanaga to the rotation, the Cubs are already in a strong position. Despite narrowly missing the playoffs last year by a single game, the Cubs’ current roster is formidable, with an even brighter future on the horizon.
