On Friday night, the Chicago Cubs and Minnesota Twins will open up a series at Wrigley Field.
The Cubs are coming off an 8-4 win over the Reds (in Cincinnati) on Sunday.
Chicago Cubs Sign Pitcher To $3.1 Million Deal
GettyManager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs speaks to the media during a press conference prior to Game Three of the National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field on October 08, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Earlier this week, the Cubs selected Cade Townsend in the 1st round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
The Cubs wrote (on July 11): “The #Cubs select RHP Cade Townsend of the University of Mississippi with the 23rd overall pick of the #MLBDraft.”
It’s now been announced that Townsend has been signed by the Cubs.
Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline wrote: “1st-rder Cade Townsend signs w/ @Cubs for $3.1 million (slot 23 value = $3,947,600). @OleMissBB RHP, 94-97 mph fastball w/carry, VG feel to spin power curveball & slider, feel for a cutter & changeup too. Immediately becomes best pitching prospect in system.”
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