Chicago Cubs: The Yankees might try again for Kyle Schwarber

Jun 3, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) hits a grand slam home run during the seventh inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 3, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) hits a grand slam home run during the seventh inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports
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 Jorge Guzman – RHP

Jorge Guzman is forecasted to make his debut in 2019, but his potential could be realized with a possible change of scenery. Signed out of the Dominican Republic in 2014 by the Astros, the 21-year old can sling it with the likes of a former Cub in Chapman. Without an excessive amount of effort in his delivery, Guzman can reach anywhere from 97 to 103 mph. The issue is when he crosses into triple digits, location can be an issue.

While a starter now, the chance he ends up a reliever is more likely. With an arm like his, he has the chance to be a Chapman-like reliever. He also throws a slider that isn’t consistent, and a changeup in its early stages. Chris Bosio has done well with pitchers who have failed to meet the expectations set for them, but Guzman wouldn’t be ready until 2018 at the earliest.

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