Christopher Morel. After blasting 26 home runs in 2023, his value was likely at an all-time high around the league.
Despite the power surge, Morel could struggle to get time since he doesn’t have a set position.
He’s played each outfield spot, second base, third base, and even shortstop. However, he served as the team’s DH for 61 of the 107 games he played last season.
Morel, Christopher. His value in the league was probably at an all-time high after he crushed 26 home runs in 2023.
Since he doesn’t have a fixed position, Morel might find it difficult to get time despite the power surge.
He has experience playing all outfield positions as well as shortstop, second, and third base. But in 61 of the 107 games he played in the previous season, he was the team’s designated hitter.
A lot of people anticipate that he will start the season at third base.
Since third base is the only infield position without a designated starter as of right now, it makes sense to use him there.
New difficulties follow, something that has already caused problems during Spring Training.
Manager Craig Counsell isn’t too concerned about Morel’s mistakes at the hot corner, saying, “I want action, balls hit to you,” as reported by Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic.
The Chicago Cubs understand that their young star hitter will make mistakes defensively.
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