Since their triumphant World Series win in 2016, the Chicago Cubs have struggled to return to elite form. Plagued by a perpetually inconsistent offense, crippling injuries, and questionable trades and offseason signings, they haven’t won a playoff game since 2017. Amidst these struggles, one player has been a constant and has kept the team afloat: Kyle Hendricks. The soft-throwing, Ivy League-educated right-hander is a bit of a unicorn in today’s game, but his presence has been central to the team. Despite the Cubs’ challenges, Hendricks has remained a steady hand, embodying an increasingly rare pitching style. I’ve enjoyed watching his starts over the years, learning valuable lessons as I’ve followed his career. Editor-in-Chief Neil Sanderson wrote the story. Read More - Link in Bio