We thought the biggest question regarding the Chicago Cubs 2019 coaching staff was answered when Theo Epstein announced manager Joe Maddon would return as skipper. Between that and the dismissal of hitting coach Chili Davis, the first few weeks were tumultuous, to say the least.
But, just as we felt things were quieting down in terms of the staff, the rumor mill is once again picking up steam. This time? It’s pitching coach Jim Hickey.
Evaluating his first season with Chicago
In his first season as the Cubs pitching coach, the numbers look somewhat stable under Hickey.