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Cubs fans discuss contenders for Minor League Player of the Year

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 2:17 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Cubs fans discuss contenders for Minor League Player of the Year
Summary

At BCB After Dark on September 22, 2026, Cubs fans engaged in discussions about the Minor League Player of the Year. Key candidates for the award include Smokies catcher Owen Ayers, who achieved a.304 batting average with 16 home runs, and pitchers Dawson Netz and Brooks Caple, who both made notable contributions. With the minor league season concluded, fans are encouraged to vote for their top choice for the award named after Buck O'Neil. The Cubs are expected to announce their selection shortly.

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  • •Cubs fans are voting for Minor League Player of the Year candidates.
  • •Owen Ayers hit.304 with 16 home runs in 65 games.
  • •Dawson Netz had a 2.94 ERA over 85.2 innings.
  • •Brooks Caple recorded a 3.24 ERA in his time with the Smokies.
  • •The award will be announced by the Cubs soon.
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  • 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs BCB After Dark: Who’s the Cubs’ Minor League Player of the Year?
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The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who is the minor league player of the year.

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