Javier Assad’s Number Choice Has A Crazy Cubs Connection

To say 2024 for the Chicago Cubs has been a roller coaster is quite an understatement. After a sizzling hot start, this offense has gone ice-cold. Injuries have mounted in almost every position. Over fifteen players have already done time on the injured list. An unlikely hero has been keeping the Cubs afloat through it all. However, if you look at the numbers, Javier Assad being a hero isn’t really unlikely.

Assad is 4-0 through nine starts in 2024. His 1.49 earned run average is second...