3 things Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer must to do keep his job

3. Make the playoffs

This is the big one. Ever since Hoyer took the reins of this team, the Cubs have failed to make the playoffs and they had the opportunity to in both 2023 and 2024. If I were Tom Rickets, three straight failed seasons would be enough for me to find someone else to run my team so it is essentially a make-or-break year for Hoyer.

Other than fixing the bullpen and lineup, Hoyer has the opportunity and resources to add a number 1 starting pitcher. Corbin Burnes, Max Fried and Jack Flaherty will all be available and each one would add significant value to the starting rotation. Upgrading at catcher should also be a priority and reports suggest the team already tried to do so at the trade deadline.

Revamping the coaching staff will also be a factor, as Craig Counsell will finally have the opportunity to make his own hirings. Mike Napoli and Willie Harris have already been relieved and veteran baseball coach Jerry Weinstein has been brought on.