Cubs Prospect perspective: Christian Franklin

Christian FranklinIn case you’d forgotten, the Cubs drafted 21st in the first round last cycle. As I prepared for the 2021 Draft, I did what I usually do. I took a gander at the top draft options. Among the names, Christian Franklin was on the list. I quite enjoy locating players on the list of players that make sense to be a primary follow. Pegging a player somewhat likely to be initially “in the range” and playing “a position that makes sense” shortens the list. Tracking high school games are virtually impossible, so college players are the go-to. Franklin, a center fielder for Arkansas, checked enough boxes. ‘Forced’ to follow Arkansas games, other names became familiar, or moreso. One of them was catcher Casey Opitz, who the Cubs drafted in the eighth round. This is my prospect preview on Franklin.

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