It might not be happening today, but it’s looking more and more like the designated hitter will be coming to the National League sooner rather than later. According to Jim Bowden, there’s a ‘growing belief amongst NL GMs’ that the designated hitter could be instituted as early as 2021.
Obviously, such a drastic change would impact all 15 Senior Circuit clubs in a significant way. But for a team like the Cubs, who have a player in Kyle Schwarber who many believe has a future as a DH – it could play a huge role in how they view their trade chips this year.