A look at how the Cubs’ “Core Four” prospects are faring in the minor leagues:
Javier Baez
Shortstop, Iowa Cubs (AAA)
Tuesday’s game: at Fresno: 0-for-5, 3 strikeouts.
Trending: 8-for-21, double, triple, 2 home runs, 6 RBIs in past five games.
Season: 51 games, .233 batting average, 9 home runs, 31 RBIs.
Kris Bryant
Third baseman, Tennessee (AA)
Tuesday: Off.
Trending: .450 (9-for-20), 3 doubles, 3 home runs, 4 RBIs in past five games.
Season: 63 games, .357 batting average, 22 home runs, 55 RBIs.
Jorge Soler
Outfielder, Tennessee (AA)
Injured (hamstring)
Season: 7 games, .333 batting average, 0 home runs, 7 RBIs.
Albert Almora
Outfielder, Daytona (A)
Tuesday’s game: at Dunedin: 1-for-4, RBI.
Trending: .272 (6-for-22), 3 RBIs in past five games.
Season: 57 games, .250 batting average, 2 home runs, 29 RBIs.
