After a disappointing finish to the season, the Chicago Cubs announced that gold glover Nico Hoerner underwent flexor tendon surgery on his right hand. The news is interesting as there was no inclination of an injury.
Fortunately, he will have plenty of time to rehab before spring training begins in 2025. If the Cubs are going to have success, a healthy Nico Hoerner needs to be a big part of that winning formula.
It remains to be seen what direction the team goes, but Hoerner will look to continue his steady production with fellow battery mate Dansby Swanson. The Cubs built this team from up the middle and that’s what defines them…