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Cubs Notes: Ramirez, Kelly, Hoyer, Staffing
The Cubs have two spots to fill in the outfield alongside newly minted NL MVP Pete Crow-Armstrong with Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki heading to free agency. The internal replacements include Pedro Ramirez, Matt Shaw, and Kevin Alcantara. Ramirez could be the leader in the clubhouse based on recent comments from GM Carter Hawkins.
The lead exec praised Ramirez’ athleticism and work ethic, factors that could help him transition into a more versatile role, as relayed by Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune. The 22-year-old primarily played second and third base in the minors, but played some first base and left field after his big-league promotion.