The Eugene Emeralds, Short-Season Class A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, opens its season Friday at home against the Boise Hawks. The Cubs announced Tuesday the Player Development Contract with Eugene that was set to expire at the end of the season was extended for two more years.
The Cubs agreed with the Eugene Emeralds on a two-year Player Development Contract extension through the 2018 season. The current agreement runs through the 2016 campaign.
“From first-class facilities to a dedicated front office staff, the Eugene ballclub has proved to be an outstanding partner for the Cubs organization, and we are pleased to extend this agreement,” said Jason McLeod, the Cubs Senior Vice President, Scouting and Player Development in a statement.