Bold headline: Infielder Scott Kingery lands a minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs, plus an invitation to spring training.
Infielder Scott Kingery and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor league contract that includes a spring training invite to the major league camp, the team announced on Tuesday.
Kingery, 31, spent last season with the Los Angeles Angels, appearing in 19 games. He posted a batting average of .148, going 4 for 27, and scored three runs.
His most productive major league season came in 2019 with Philadelphia, when he hit .258 with 19 home runs and 55 RBIs across 126 games. Across parts of six seasons, Kingery is a .227 hitter with 30 homers and 96 RBIs in 344 games.
The Cubs’ move adds a veteran depth option to their roster around the spring period, giving Kingery a chance to compete for a spot in big league camp.
Thought-provoking note: Contracts like this often spark debate about the value of veteran depth vs. development-time players. Do you think a minor league deal with an MLB camp invite is the right path for a player trying to re-establish himself in the majors, or should teams prioritize prospect-driven signings? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Would you like a version focused more on Kingery’s playing style and potential fit with the Cubs, or one that emphasizes the broader trend of MLB teams leveraging minor league contracts for spring training depth?
