Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 12/17/15

Pitching Analysis – Low-A South Bend

The CCO’s off-season look at the Cubs’ minor league system continues today. After reviewing the pitching staffs for Triple-A Iowa, Double-A Tennessee, and High-A Myrtle Beach, we now look at the pitching prospects from Low-A South Bend.

Low-A Starters and Relievers

With all of the high profile pitching prospects a level above or below him, it is easy for Trevor Clifton to get lost in the shuffle. The Tennessee high school player was the 12th round selection in the 2013 draft, and has a projectable frame at 6-foot-4, 170 pounds. The top of the rotation starter for South Bend last season, Clifton had the misfortune of receiving very little run support. That…