The significance of batting average has been in decline for years, replaced by on-base percentage and slugging percentage, along with the OPS metric that combines the two.
An economic development tool could be an advantage for the Bears.
Counsell said Wednesday that Austin had a patellar tendon debridement procedure on his right knee Tuesday and will need a lengthy recovery period.
The last high school boys basketball poll before tournament time!
Edmunds is entering the final season of a four-year, $72 million contract he signed in 2023 and could be released if he doesn’t find a trade partner.
James Dambacher was most recently a coach with Auburn.
Conforto has agreed to a minor league deal with the Cubs that includes an invitation to major league camp for spring training.
Smith has gone from the Rule 5 draft to the top of Chicago’s rotation and a leading candidate to start for the rebuilding White Sox on opening day.
The outfielder is expected to compete for a reserve role.
Sosa led Chicago with a career-high 22 homers and 75 RBIs in 140 games last year.