The 2022 Chicago Cubs weren't exactly juggernauts, but they had a handful of bright spots. Willson Contreras earned an All-Star selection. Ian Happ joined him at the Mudsummer Classic and also brought home his first Gold Glove in left field. There were some nice performances in the bullpen, as well, including the efforts of right-hander Scott Effross.
Effross built on a brief 14-game sample in his 2021 rookie campaign, establishing himself as a go-to arm in David Ross' bullpen the following season. In 47 appearances, the former 15th-round pick pitched to an impressive 2.66 ERA and 2.18 FIP, averaging north of 10 strikeouts per nine.