Chicago Cubs host 39 pitchers in early weeks of camp

Prospects

Six of the Chicago Cubs’ top 30 prospects are in camp. We already mentioned Pena and Zastryzny. Here are the others:

Pierce Johnson, Jose Rosario, Duane Underwoodand Ryan Williams.

Most noteworthy, Johnson is a potential starter, and will begin the year in Triple-A. His fastball is lively, and this curveball rates above average. He will need to work in his cutter and improve his control to see MLB time.

The right-hander Rosario’s fastball rates 75/80. While it averages 96 MPH, he has hit 99 on several occasions in the past.

In an earlier article, we mentioned Underwood has potential to be a top-of-the-line starter. He possesses three solid pitches in his repertoire. He just needs to control the zone and stay healthy.

Williams already controls the ball with great accuracy, which is what he needs. The secondary pitches in his arsenal are below average. If he can put a curveball or changeup together soon, he will be a menace to batters.