While the time David Ross spent with the Chicago Cubs was brief, he made his mark with his veteran presence and leadership. Since his retirement, that’s been a position in which the Cubs have been lacking. With the signing of Daniel Descalso, the Cubs hope to have found the answer–or at least a replacement–to what Ross brought to the Cubs.
Many have been dismayed by the team’s moves this winter–or lack thereof. With big-time free agents like Bryce Harper and Manny Machado available, the Cubs have continued to sign depth pieces.