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Cubs Draft Pitching Prospect Townsend | Chicago Cubs News
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- Jul 11, 2026
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Summary
The Cubs strike first with a fireballing ace—Cade Townsend, a 98 mph righty from Ole Miss, selected 23rd overall. With five pitches and elite arm talent, he’s the first first-round pitcher they’ve drafted since 2022, signaling a bold, future-focused rebuild centered on pitching depth. While Townsend headlines the draft, Chicago’s strategy extends across rounds, building a loaded minor league pipeline. Fans are buzzing—can this kid live up to the hype? Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/17c6b8e709878314