Chicago Cubs: could Chris Coghlan sneak into the postseason?

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The Chicago Cubs introduced again Chris Coghlan out of necessity, but would it's loopy to suppose he might make the postseason roster? no longer as crazy as you might suppose.

At this factor, any hypothesis about the Chicago Cubs postseason roster is only that. speculation. supervisor Joe Maddon doubtless is aware of who the gamers are going to be, minus one or two that may alternate based on their opponent. certainly, there's no location for a .188 hitter, right? well, that may now not be completely authentic.

The Cubs will should whittle down the roster to 25 for the NLDS. Would Maddon count on his starters to go deep and take fewer pitchers? allowing for more matchup probabilities on offense? Or would he go the other route, with extra hands within the pen?

Many–including us right here at Cubbies Crib–have speculated on who the 25 might be. without going too deep into all the variables, I suppose there's a case for Chris Coghlan in October, at the least doubtlessly based on the matchup. and i'm definitely no longer crazy. I swear.

When the Cubs introduced Coghlan lower back in, it turned into because of accidents. There wasn't a lot expectation in his return. but the Cubs were normal with him, and he gave them a serviceable replacement in the outfield. He wasn't expected to set the realm on fireplace, and he hasn't. however he does have it smoking simply a little bit.

A sizzling September

within the month of September, Coghlan's batting .294 while slugging .471 with an OPS of .855. He has eight RBI on three double and a home run in addition to 5 walks. Coghlan does offer some versatility as he can additionally play third base and first base, youngsters no longer near as well as he does the outfield.

He would permit Maddon a lefty option in the lineup towards right-handers, the place he has been most advantageous going back to his time in Chicago ultimate season. The biggest query is would you're taking Coghlan over Matt Szczur? Or do they take each?

It's no secret that I've been partial to Coghlan's in Chicago. When he left for Oakland, i wanted him smartly. but neatly isn't what he discovered. Oakland didn't deal with him smartly, and finally, the Cubs despatched Arismendy Alcantara there to get him again. It changed into a gradual start as he again, however as time has gone by, he looks to be discovering a bit more life to finish the 12 months.

whatever Coghlan does, I'm conscious it's likely the end of his time in Chicago quickly. even though, he's peaking at an outstanding time as Maddon will be making last choices on the roster very soon. everyone has carried out their half to make this Cubs crew what it is–a a hundred win group–so I don't trust there's a "wrong" answer for any roster choice.