Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner has a unique skillset in today's game, but Craig Counsell acknowledged luck may be a factor in his success, at times.
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell highlighted that second baseman Nico Hoerner's offensive production is heavily impacted by luck due to his high-contact profile. Hoerner experienced a significant statistical drop in 2026, batting .263 with an 84 OPS+ and 2.1 bWAR, just one year after finishing with a 6.2 bWAR in 2025.
Writer Jake Misener argues that the Cubs cannot easily fix Hoerner's susceptibility to batting average on balls in play swings without disrupting his elite contact skills. Misener maintains that the team should remain confident in Hoerner's approach rather than forcing mechanical changes, especially given his long-term contract running through 2032.
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