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115. Who Should Be the Hitter of the Year: Moises Ballesteros, Owen Caissie, or Jonathon Long?

115. Who Should Be the Hitter of the Year: Moises Ballesteros, Owen Caissie, or Jonathon Long?

Update: 2025-08-26

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Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Iowa Cubs broadcaster Jason Kempf:

Iowa having a dedicated beat writer
Biggest differences between working in Single-A vs. Triple-A
The vibes in the Iowa clubhouse during the trade deadline
This season's progression of James Triantos and Kevin Alcantara
Who should win this year's Cubs minor league hitter of the year award? Moises Ballesteros, Owen Caissie, or Jonathon Long?
The revolving door that is a Triple-A pitching staff
Similarities between Connor Noland and Will Sanders
Impact of veteran guys in the clubhouse like Carlos Perez, Dixon Machado, and Caleb Knight

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115. Who Should Be the Hitter of the Year: Moises Ballesteros, Owen Caissie, or Jonathon Long?

115. Who Should Be the Hitter of the Year: Moises Ballesteros, Owen Caissie, or Jonathon Long?

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