Chicago Cubs: Five players who need big seasons in 2017

Oct 26, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Chicago Cubs player Kyle Schwarber hits a RBI single against the Cleveland Indians in the 5th inning in game two of the 2016 World Series at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 26, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Chicago Cubs player Kyle Schwarber hits a RBI single against the Cleveland Indians in the 5th inning in game two of the 2016 World Series at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Apr 8, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Albert Almora Jr. (5) drives in a run with an infield hit in the fifth inning during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 8, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Albert Almora Jr. (5) drives in a run with an infield hit in the fifth inning during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

These five Chicago Cubs players are in need of a big season in 2017

Baseball is a tricky game. One week you can be the hottest hitter in the league, and next week you could be in the middle of a horrible slump. For some players, that cold spell could last for an entire season.

The only thing that can help a player rebound from a tough season is to continue to work in the offseason, and come back stronger the next year.

For these five Chicago Cubs players, a big season in 2017 will be exactly what they need to get their careers back on track, or to kick their careers off altogether.

Whether it’s rebounding from a devastating injury, or trying to find yourself after a down year at the dish, the following players need to have a good season, not only for their personal success, but for the success of the entire team.

Without further ado, let’s dive into the five Cubs players who are in need of a big season in 2017.

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