Fansided · Feb 1
This forgotten slugging prospect could make serious noise at Cubs spring training
Knoxville Smokies v. Rocket City Trash Pandas | Angelina Alcantar/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesFollowing Jonathon Long's award-winning campaign in 2025, most have expected the Iowa Cubs' starting first baseman to mount a serious challenge to Tyler Austin in spring training. Whoever wins that competition would become the Chicago Cubs' backup corner infielder.
However, Long isn't the only power-hitting threat in the organization with a chance to make some noise this spring. Though he stalled out at Double-A and is aging out of notable-prospect range, BJ Murray Jr. showcased some impressive tools at the plate last year en route to being named a Southern League All-Star.