Chicago Cubs: More veteran free agent options at second

Cubs: A reunion with the veteran Jason Kipnis might keep the position stable.

Last season Jason Kipnis came in on a minor league deal and ended up being a nice addition to the team. His veteran leadership was much appreciated by teammates and was a solid bat for much of the season.

Why is he a good fit?

Despite the .237 average, he posted a .341 OBP, .744 OPS and 102 wRC+ in 44 games last year. Like most of his career, he was very reliable at second base with the glove.

It would make sense that Kipnis would want to try to find a place where he can start, and that is not a guarantee with the Cubs. There is a decent number second baseman on the market with just so many teams looking for starting positions, so a reunion is not exactly impossible. Even if not incredibly likely. It is doubtful that he will command much money even after a decently solid year at the plate.

Bringing back a familiar face who showed decent production last year would be nice. Could the hometown opportunity convince him to return of the Cubs desired to bring him back? One can wonder.

Second base will be an interesting position for the Cubs moving forward. Hoerner’s development is still a work in progress and you can never have enough infield depth.