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The rotation should get a big boost Monday, which also could mean some help for the bullpen. Plus, a welcome sight for Dansby Swanson.
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Javier Assad and Miles Mastrobuoni were key figures on Saturday for the Cubs, who need strong performances from all parts of the roster.
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The Cubs' homegrown success stories this season are positive signs for their pitching development department.
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Javier Assad was dominant in Saturday night’s 2-1 loss to the Reds, but the slumping hitters didn't help him out.
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Chicago couldn't produce enough homegrown pitching during its last championship window, so it has overhauled its development departments.
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Plus Keegan Thompson's velo dip, Hayden Wesneski's velo jump and Javier Assad's potential new role.
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Assad looked so good against the star-studded American lineup that his confidence should be sky-high once he's done playing for Team Mexico.
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