MLK Day

Most Cub fans (including myself) are using today sit at home and anxiously await any additional news on Masahiro Tanaka. All signs from the internet show that we will not have an update until tomorrow.

Here are some additional points and references in Cubs' news...

• In a continuing series by MLBPipeline.com, Cubs' 2B Arismendy Alcantara was named the No. 4 prospect at second base. Head to MLB.com for additional information on the other top prospects at the position. Additionally, I would recommend checking out all the top 10 lists they have on the different position players. Other notable Cubs include Dan Vogelbach (1B, No. 4)  and Javier Baez (SS, No. 2). The lists for 3B and OFs will be out Tuesday and Wednesday respectively. I find this information invaluable for those who have fantasy baseball leagues, for it is good to know and track this list for a midseason lineup boost. Examples of game changers in the past from these lists include Buster Posey, Mike Trout, Stephen Strasburg, Bryce Harper, Matt Harvey, and on and on and on. Great way to try to get a leg up on the competition
• Cubs avoided arbitrating with Nate Schierholtz, Luis Valbuena, James Russell, and Pedro Strop. Remaining on the list to finish up are Travis Wood, Darwin Barney and newly acquired Justin Ruggiano.

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