Projecting the 2023 Cubs roster
The World Series is over and the offseason is beginning. The Cubs went 39-31 last season and need to fill some holes. They could sign players from the free agent market or make a big trade. They went to 39 wins last year even after trading away half the bullpen. Their current roster is as follows: . Projecting the 2023 Cubs roster. It's based on the current players and their current contract status.
Yan Gomes is a veteran backstop who brought stability to the position behind Willson Contreras. P.J. Higgins is also a good backup catcher who can play first and third base.
Nico Hoerner enjoyed a breakout 2022 season. Patrick Wisdom, Nick Madrigal, Christopher Morel, Alfonso Rivas and Zach McKinstry are the other players who could be added to the roster. The team could also sign one of the top shortstops on the free agent market.
Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki, Brennen Davis, Alexander Canario, Nelson Velázquez and Darius Hill are the players who could make the 2023 Cubs roster. They are all young players with injury concerns. The team is also looking for a left-handed hitter. They have a few options for the position. It is possible that they will sign someone to play there.
Franmil Reyes is penciled in as the everyday DH for the Cubs next season. He had a down 2022 season but hit 30 homers in 2021 and 37 in 2019.
Marcus Stroman, Justin Steele, Kyle Hendricks, Hayden Wesneski and Adrian Sampson are the Cubs' starting pitchers. The organization is in a better position than a year ago. The Cubs will probably add to this group in free agency or via trade.
The Chicago Cubs are going to add some new relievers to their roster in 2023. Brandon Hughes, Keegan Thompson, Adbert Alzolay, Rowan Wick, Manny Rodríguez, Mark Leiter, Jr., Michael Rucker, Erich Uelmen, Jeremiah Estrada and Ben Leeper are among the potential relieves. Codi Heuer and Ethan Roberts could also make the team.
