The first couple days (rehabbing) at (the) Schaumburg (training facility), facing live pitching, I was a little hesitant, Madrigal said Saturday before the Sox faced the Royals in Kansas City, Mo. He squared up a 94-mph Kopech fastball in the fifth, hitting a single Arb Eligible: 2024 He can definitely do it.. It feels like extremely wishful thinking (right down to the fact that the Blue Jays have something of an overload of second base options, themselves). Cubs' Hoerner collides with umpire, leaves game, Cubs put Hoerner on IL with hamstring strain, Cubs activate Arrieta, Hoerner from IL for Tigers, Cubs place Arrieta, Hoerner, Winkler on IL, Cubs option Hoerner to minors; Bote gets 2B job, Cubs foursome share house, awaiting baseball, Playing for October, Cubs preach 'next guy jumps in' mantra with Rizzo, Baez out, Hoerner makes Cubs history with 3 hits, 4 RBIs, Cubs' Bryant gets knee treated, eyes Tue. Moreover, even though he comes with the pedigree and unique upside that made him Ht. "Buckets of ground balls," Madrigal said. His quickness isn't just in his hands, and it helps him make an impact on the bases and out of the box. It was only 100 at-bats. Add to this the possibility of either Burger learning a completely new position (when he was iffy already for sticking at third base, let alone second, due to mobility concerns) or moving a Gold Glove-caliber third baseman off of his position. He brings talent to the offensive side of the game as well--even if he's not as refined with a bat as he is with a glove. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. We wanna have a really versatile infield, so we expect that hes definitely gonna work over there and take reps. Its not the way you think of a stereotypical third baseman power, slugger, but hes a really good hitter, really good player. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Its definitely uncharacteristic of him. However, Manning stressed how Madrigal needs to avoid hitting the ball in the air to take advantage of his plus-speed. All rights reserved. He opted to attend Oregon State and became the best hitter and player in college baseball. All of this happens in less than two seconds. For Madrigal, part of the solution to a healthy regiment in 2023 comes from advanced data the team has on each players biometrics through their running and other movements they make. You have to think this: Nick Madrigal might be available, and the Blue Jays kinda are on the record that they have more catchers than they can play. Nick Madrigal is a right-handed middle infielder from Oregon State University. So, if its a trade, then, I think you probably have to look at either picking up a very modest non-40-man type prospect return, or picking up a similar questions-but-upside big leaguer. Because Madrigals possible role is so specific and limited, the pool of trade partners will also be limited. "He gets on base and he'll turn that single into a double.". Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. return. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Additionally, if the Cubs are facing a left-handed starter or a pitcher who right-handed hitters have success against, the team could opt to sacrifice some defense to keep Madrigals bat (.296/.321/.377 lifetime against LHP) in the lineup. Field (60): A potential Gold Glover at second base, Madrigal has quick hands and smooth infield actions. Hernndez, on the other hand, has a .793 OPS on the back of a .333 batting average at Charlotte. The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball. He had the first four-hit game of his career on Aug. 2 at Kauffman Stadium. Madrigals diminutive size often comes up in conversation, though Jose Altuve, the 5-6 Astros second baseman and 2017 American League MVP, overcame similar doubts when he came All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. [Last year] was a short sample size. At first glance, the thing that sticks out at Nick Madrigal is his size. After all, Madrigal showed in the second half his bat-to-ball skills are still as sharp as ever. In addition to news, Bleacher Nation publishes both rumor and opinion, as well as information reported by other sources. Draft: Drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 17th round of the 2015 MLB June Amateur Draft from Elk Grove HS (Elk Grove, CA) and the Chicago White Sox in the 1st round (4th) of the 2018 MLB June Amateur Draft from Oregon State University (Corvallis, OR). In many ways, 2022 was a learning opportunity for both Nick Madrigal and the Cubs. "I think he can play shortstop in the big leagues right now, to be honest with you.". He has played second base his entire career prior to 2019, so he is familiar with the footwork required of the position. (74-88, 3rd place in NL Central), Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Tuesday, January 17, 11:08PM. "I mean professional would be if I got the opportunity to do that, that would be a huge blessing.". "Pretty much just play at the next level, wherever it is," he said. When people talk about Wins Above Replacement, these guys ARE basically the replacement. In my book, both are AAAA guys too good for the minor leagues, able to contribute as role players, but not close to good enough for the everyday role they would be thrust into. I feel confident with where I'm at.. None of MLB, the NFL, the NBA, the NHL, the Cubs, the Bears, the Bulls, the White Sox, or the Blackhawks have endorsed, supported, directed, or participated in the creation of the content at this site, or in the creation of the site itself. They will want to find ways to keep his bat in the lineup, whether thats in the DH role, at second on off-days for Hoerner or Swanson or at third base. His natural position is third base. First, its important to note that its unlikely the Cubs see Madrigal long-term at third-base. If the Cubs use a righty starter and the opposition uses a left-handed, pull-hitter heavy lineup, could David Ross and the Cubs opt to deploy Madrigal at third, knowing the number of times the ball will be hit his way diminish against, say, a right-handed heavy lineup? All 16 of Madrigals hits have been singles. All images are property the copyright holder and are displayed here for informational purposes only. Im just saying that, with Nico Hoerner the crystal clear starter at second base now, the situation with Madrigal, specifically, is going to be challenging. Early in the offseason, what I heard most from folks about the Cubs roster when discussing the addition of a top shortstop were questions about what happens to Nico Hoerner. That brings us to Jake Lamb. Against that backdrop, Cubs President Jed Hoyer dropped something of a shocker at the Cubs Convention, saying that Nick Madrigal would be taking some reps at third base this offseason. Draft: Drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 17th round of the 2015 MLB June Amateur Draft from Elk Grove HS (Elk Grove, CA) and the Chicago White Sox in the 1st round (4th) of the 2018 MLB June Amateur Draft from Oregon State University (Corvallis, OR). Madrigal posted 70-grade run times throughout the tournament, and was the third-fastest player in the 60-yard dash, with electronic times of 6.50 and 6.63. Legendary Aussie singer-songwriter Nick Cave has unleashed on a song created using artificial intelligence that is supposed to be in the style of Nick Cave, describing it as bulls**t. Sign up for the Marquee Sports Network Newsletter today to catch all the latest news and sports stories. But the next day I wasnt sore at all or anything crazy like that, so it gave me reassurance to go for it more and more each day. Click to enlarge. $350.00 + $28.45 shipping . Kids can watch full episodes & videos, play games, and interact with their fave Nick Jr. characters on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices. But the Oregon State commit isn't just a one-dimensional player. Mendick is the best defender, Beckham has the most pop, Marco the best bat-to ball. Play hundreds of free online games including arcade games, puzzle games, funny games, sports games, action games, racing games and more featuring your favorite characters only on Nickelodeon! Is it a perfect solution? We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. As he continues to develop as a hitter and grow stronger, hopefully well see a little more out of him. "I just told him he's gotta make sure he stays with the line drives and groundballs," Manning said. Bleacher Nation is supported in part by affiliate advertising programs, which you can learn more about here. Madrigal should provide an offensive and defensive upgrade over the Garcia/Mendick tandem for a Chicago club looking to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2008. "He's just an undersized guy.". Looks like his timing is not quite there yet, Cubs manager David Ross said after Saturdays game. Birthplace. Bleacher Nation Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. March 5, 1997 I feel great at this point., White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal hits an RBI single in the second inning against the Royals on Friday in Kansas City, Mo. b. : a small cut or wound. As for the third base thing, well see if he actually winds up working there in Spring Training. Now they're adding the best contact hitter in the Minors. 1 overall pick, has not lived up to expectations throughout his five years in the bigs, showing some streaky pop but struggling to make consistent contact. Theres no great answer behind the plate to pair with Yan Gomes, that certainly is going to be something they have to deal with in future years more than this one. Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. That line from a song created by experimental AI chatbot ChatGPT "in the style of Nick Cave" pretty aptly encapsulates the singer-songwriter's take on the tune. All rights reserved. Right now well take advantage of what hes capable of doing.. Why would we assume hes a finished product? The second way could come in the form of lineup manipulation and matchups. For the most part, I think people understood the plan by the time Dansby Swanson agreed to a deal this weekend: Hoerner moves back to second base, where he has previously shown elite defensive ability. nik. I havent faced a whole lot of teams yet. The cratering offensive landscape in the MLB has had less of an effect on Madrigal because, A. With a set of tools that includes a polished defensive game at the most difficult position on the diamond, plus-speed and hitting approach with upside, Madrigal has the talent--and desire--to play at the next level. In his final at-bat Tuesday, Madrigal hit a well-struck line drive that Adam Engel tracked down in center field. "So the biggest thing for him is to make sure that he stays down through the zone. "Especially with his speed getting down the line. He's one of my favorite players and I look at him, and he's not very big at all, but he's one of the best players in the MLB. If Madrigal could buy in, the best outcome seems to me to have him start the year at Iowa (hes not that old, and remember, has so little upper-level minors experience!). 1. a. : a small notch, groove, or chip. He was ramping up for the 2022 season when the lockout began in December 2021 and lost communication with the Cubs medical and coaching staff. Now, what to do about the defense? Sarah Collins. Very uncharacteristic of him. This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. Not by any means. Despite the early struggles, its still early. And now that (the Cubs) have signed up (Dansby) Swanson, they kind of have an extra infielder in Nick Madrigal. Everyones known weve had the pieces to put together a really good team and make a run at it. The following is a list of winners of the Eisner Award, sorted by category.. CHICAGO -- Nick Madrigal returned to baseball activity Monday at Camelback Ranch, marking a significant step in the White Sox second basemans rehab work following October surgery on Find out how you can watch full episodes on our apps and other streaming platforms. Im not sure if its anything, Madrigal said of his success against the Royals and at Kauffman Stadium. They knew that the Elk Grove (Calif.) High product was one of the top middle infielders among the field of 108 high school invitees competing to make USA Baseballs 18-and-under National Team. He puts his bat on the baseball, he makes contact, Sox manager Rick Renteria said Friday. He has actually performed so well that his name has come up as a potential Madrigal replacement, either at second base himself, or pushing Yon Moncada back to second base. International signing period opens with seven White Sox additions, It is that time again for Marco Paddy, with Luis Reyes and Abraham Nez garnering the biggest bonuses and Juan Uribe Jr. among the signing class, Uribe Jr. signing allows White Sox fans to romanticize, South Side Sox Top Prospect No. Im not saying you couldnt option him to Iowa (youd have to get buy-in, though ). The path that Madrigal took to become so polished at 17 years old isn't a complicated one. Right now my role is to get on base for this lineup, and I know that in the back of my mind. us You know the problem there. None of MLB, the NFL, the NBA, the NHL, the Cubs, the Bears, the Bulls, the White Sox, or the Blackhawks have endorsed, supported, directed, or participated in the creation of the content at this site, or in the creation of the site itself. Personally, I think it is worth the defensive downgrade for the offensive upside Lamb brings to the table over the other options. He said hes having a blast contributing to a team that is in contention in the American League Central. Those are good problems, Hoyer said. Browse all Nickelodeon TV shows. Advertisement Chicago White Sox "(I'm) kind of a table-setter," Madrigal said. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Nick Madrigal Signed Rawlings Pro Baseball Bat (Beckett Hologram) Sponsored . 3/5/1997 (25) BAT/THR. Links to content and the quotation of material from other news sources are not the responsibility of Bleacher Nation. The awards ceremony has been held at San Diego Comic-Con since 1991. 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The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball, Salaries may not be complete (especially pre-1985) and may not include some earned bonuses. Madrigal is a native of Elk Grove, California. "Size doesn't really matter," Madrigal said. Youre gonna have injuries, youre gonna have poor performances. Esteban Quiroz is also off the 40-man roster and will be at Iowa until/unless theres a need. I dont need to try to hit home runs. Its the type of injury that could have stemmed from overcompensating on his hamstring. Im not sure how realistic that is, though. IMO. The risk outweighs the reward. Today USA Baseball announced the field of teams for the 2023 National High School Invitational (NHSI), annually one of the top high school tournaments in the country. NICK CASTELLANOS 2021 Topps Major League Material Game Used Bat Auto 17/50 Reds . Free Agent: 2027, National Team: The Cubs likely just want to preserve as much flexibility as possible for now, because theres no harm in it when youre just talking about mid-January. No one seems to out-pizza the Hut for Eagles coach Nick Sirianni and his staff. Zach McKinstry can also move all around, and it remains to be seen whether he makes the team out of Spring Training. Chase Strumpf was not added to the 40-man roster in advance of the Rule 5 Draft, was not selected, and has not yet played at Triple-A. Maybe theres a trade to be had . Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. In the first half of the season, while missing time with a back injury and a groin strain, Madrigal hit an abysssssmal .222/.263/.250/47 wRC+. Find all your favorite shows on Nick.com! He also shows outstanding instincts in the field, where he produces defensive gems and is extremely reliable on routine plays. Madrigal entered Saturday with a .400 average (16-for-40) with four RBIs and four runs in 11 games. On top of this, Madrigal has recently started to figure out which pitches he can drive and has begun to take advantage of that, sacrificing a bit of contact in the process a small price to pay for someone with his otherworldly bat-to-ball skills. Information on Bleacher Nation may contain errors or inaccuracies, though we try to avoid them. The contact-oriented Madrigal has advanced bat control and barrel awareness. July 31, 2020 For a team emphasizing defense and run prevention, how might that fit for a player who grades as an above-average defensive second baseman with a below-average arm (he was in the bottom 14th percentile in arm strength, per Baseball Savant in 2022)? Bleacher Nation is supported in part by affiliate advertising programs, which you can learn more about here. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. While he could get by at shortstop a la David Eckstein with a high baseball IQ and a quick release, he's better suited for second base. Some high school data is courtesy David McWater. Madrigal has not played third base in his career. 39) ranks among the game's best prospects. He swiped 35 bags in 48 attempts last year and could lead the White Sox in steals this season if he gets the green light. Nick Madrigal proves that size doesn't matter in baseball. You never know how much depth you will need, you cannot rule out Madrigal becoming a quality big league bat (in his own unique way), and you cannot ignore that Madrigal is a guy who still has minor league options remaining and hasnt actually spent THAT much time in the big leagues or at Triple-A. Arm (45): Madrigal has fringy-to-average arm strength. The deadened balls dont matter as much to him as others, because power isnt a major part of his game anywayB. My typical lineup would see Moncada at second and Lamb at third vs RHP, letting Moncada head back to his spot at third base against LHP and starting one of Mendick or Garca at second base. Still not what he needs to be to general real value, but more like the guy hed been throughout his baseball-playing career. Burger only has 100 ABs under his belt after a three-year hiatus from baseball. Bleacher Nation is a private media site owned and operated by Betsperts, Inc., and it is not affiliated in any way with Major League Baseball, the National Football League, the National Basketball Association, the National Hockey League, the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears, the Chicago Bulls, the Chicago White Sox, or the Chicago Blackhawks. He doesn't drive the ball to the opposite field or in the air very often, resulting in just four homers and 40 extra-base hits in 163 pro games. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Bleacher Nation is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program. 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Its just one of those things.. What he does defensively is very impressive for a player his age, an American League crosschecker said. Dansby Swanson #7. It kind of just came, but a lot of it came from working on it a lot.". 3/5/1997 (25) BAT/THR. One, this isnt the time for someone with no MLB experience to try and get his sea legs. "I mean, like Dustin Pedroia. Sacramento, CA. Some high school data is courtesy David McWater. I can understand wanting to see if he could even remotely handle third base, leaving you with at least a possible option for some of his starts. Im not sure. Many thanks to him. Nick Madrigal's first at-bat as a Cub: Watched first five pitches (from 3-0 to 3-2), fouled off a pitch and then grounded out. Photos used are the property of Bleacher Nation, are used under a license with Getty Images, are used with permission, are fair use, or are believed to be in the public domain. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Cubs Quick Links. Once I came back with the team I didnt have any hesitation at all. Nick Madrigal Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More | Baseball-Reference.com Nick Madrigal Position: Second Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 5-8 , 175lb (173cm, 79kg) Team: Chicago Cubs (majors) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info 1 1 Become a Stathead & I think one thing that's a little sneaky about him is the fact that he does have pop. Status. The downside to his ability to put the bat on the ball with such ease is that it cuts into his walk totals, as his free-pass rate was just seven percent in college and eight percent in the Minors. Madrigal struggled in so many ways, from contact quality to whiffs to health, and it was only very late in the year that he started to maybe look like himself. 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Ive faced these guys more than anyone else. Sure, Madrigal could get occasional starts at second and at DH, but as a contact-oriented bat, whose role in an offense is to provide such a different look from the rest of your crew, Im not so sure hes what you think of as a traditional bench guy. Hes not what you think of a stereotypical third-baseman power slugger, Hoyer told the Chicago Tribune, but hes a really good hitter, a really good player and he can definitely do it.. Ive always visualized being on a winning team and being here and in this position. That said can he even remotely handle third base? So, yes, people are going to talk about trades. Im not saying you couldnt make it work in a part-time role. It's just a media site that happens to cover MLB, the NFL, the NBA, the NHL, the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears, the Chicago Bulls, and the Chicago Blackhawks. The scouts, coaches and other players had seen the 5-foot-7, 145-pounder play for three days at the showcase. Not that he seems worried. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. It's also available for football, basketball and hockey. Because Chicago waited more than six days to promote Madrigal, he won't accrue a full year of service time for 2020 and can't become a free agent until after '26. Name: Nicklaus M. Madrigal. Signed thru 2023, 1 yr/$1.23M (23), Service Time (01/2023): 2.164 As outlined, the more traditional, safe options are less than inspiring. Like Morel, hes more of a true utility guy than a dedicated second base option. Immediately after the crack of the bat, he moves to his right to get around the ball and places his left foot slightly behind his right while lowering his glove to the ground. Sometimes they say good things happen in small packages that's definitely what you have with Nick.". College: Oregon State. 22,142nd in major league history) Moreover, even though he comes with the pedigree and unique upside that made him attractive to the Cubs last year, his first season back after the hamstring tear was not exactly inspiring. They can't just suffocate him like within the outfield and come in, because he has the ability to go gap-to-gap with his swing.". : 165 lbs. He opted to attend Oregon State and became the best hitter and player in college baseball. in Sacramento, CA Its definitely a joy to be around these guys and everything thats going on.. I think hell probably play some third base as well. Much of the play-by-play, game results, and transaction information both shown and used to create certain data sets was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted by RetroSheet. But if they want to use Madrigal at the hot corner, it could come in a multitude of ways. Its not entirely clear whether that extends into Spring Training, much less the regular season, but its something thatll be worked on. The White Sox need to look to make a move on the trade market for a long-term solution. Jesse Rogers was on ESPN 1000 talking about the Cubs offseason so far, and while discussing catcher additions for the Cubs, spontaneously brought up Madrigal: The glaring hole behind the plate is a tough one to answer, because they have missed out on some guys . I feel like I'm getting back on track offensively and its just a matter of time anyways, said Madrigal, who went 1-for-3 Tuesday, against the Sox, before the game. He has the tools and approach to win batting titles in the big leagues. One, and likely the most practical, is simply in reps at the position in the remainder of the offseason and during Spring Training. Spending the offseason to build a workout plan that combats the way Madrigal runs could lead to success for Madrigal in the health department. 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