Cubs’ Michael Busch Shines Amid Star-Studded Roster

CHICAGO, IL — Michael Busch is quietly making a name for himself on the Chicago Cubs roster this season. The first baseman has been stellar, hitting .266 with 8 home runs and 34 RBIs, putting him on pace for a remarkable season with the potential for 25-27 home runs and over 100 RBIs.

Busch, 27, often goes unnoticed among the Cubs’ deeper lineup that features talents like Kyle Tucker and Seiya Suzuki. But his hard contact numbers tell a different story. Recently analyzed data from Fangraphs indicates that Busch is now the hardest-hitting player on the team.

“He’s slashing an impressive .266/.366/.486 with an 11.2% walk rate,” a source noted. “His batted ball data supports those excellent numbers.” Since May 9, Busch has been on a tear, recording a .298 average and even better contact stats.

The Cubs acquired Busch prior to the 2024 season, trading two well-regarded prospects to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Initially seen as an infielder with no place to play on a loaded Dodgers team, the Cubs have now positioned him as their first baseman of the future.

“He’s making such good decisions at the plate,” said one observer after Busch’s impressive West Coast road trip, where he hit three home runs. “He’s looking to drive the baseball.” As Busch continues to excel, he is also bringing valuable defensive skills to the table, indicating that his future with the Cubs looks increasingly promising.