Cubs Sign 24-Year-Old Shortstop Away from Red Sox
Summary
The Chicago Cubs have signed 24-year-old shortstop Karson Simas to a minor-league contract. Simas, who previously spent over six years with the Boston Red Sox, is known for playing many positions in the field but needs to improve his batting performance to advance in his baseball career.Key Facts
- The Chicago Cubs signed shortstop Karson Simas to a minor-league deal.
- Simas was previously with the Boston Red Sox organization.
- He chose free agency in November after over six years with the Red Sox.
- Simas has played every position except pitcher and catcher in the minor leagues.
- His career minor league batting performance (OPS) is .602 over 1,239 plate appearances.
- Simas has stolen 57 bases but only hit nine home runs in the minors.
- For lasting success, he needs to improve his hitting skills to advance in the Cubs system.
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