Chicago Cubs: Most likely September call-ups who can contribute

Chicago Cubs Call-up Candidates: Jen-Ho Tseng

Between Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa this year, Jen-Ho Tseng owns a 12-4 record with a 2.57 ERA. In seven starts with Iowa, Tseng has pitched to a 1.67 ERA and 1.116 WHIP across 43 innings.

He is young, though. He’s only 22 years old – but if recent years have proven anything, Chicago boasts young talent that can handle the spotlight. Tseng could be exactly what the Cubs need – although his role remains unclear.

The right-hander has made just two career relief appearances, but getting a September call-up as a reliever/spot starter isn’t out of the question. Of anyone on this list, he probably deserves a shot at the Show most. If I were a betting man, I’d say he’s the closest thing to a sure-lock here to make the cut in September call-ups.

"His tight curveball gives Tseng another solid secondary pitch. He’s not afraid to challenge hitters and generally keeps the ball down in the strike zone, a must for a flyball pitcher with less-than-overpowering stuff. While he doesn’t have a huge ceiling, he’s one of Chicago’s more advanced rotation prospects and has a safe floor as a back-of-the-rotation starter."

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