McGuire provides catching depth for Cubs; his fantasy upside depends on playing time and potential RBI opportunities when in the lineup.

McGuire is noted for his dugout advice and catching presence as Chicago navigates a tougher offensive stretch. While not the focal point of the scoring, his role behind the plate and in game-calling becomes pivotal as the Cubs seek greater offensive consistency.

McGuire homered and went 2-for-3 with two sacrifice flies, supplying productive at-bats from the catcher spot. His performance adds a catcher-thin depth option for fantasy rosters, especially in two-catcher formats, where his run-producing and situational hitting can yield reliable value in favorable lineups.

McGuire’s bat and framing presence behind Horton add immediate upside for Cubs’ run production and catcher depth, offering solid streaming potential when Chicago’s offense is clicking and he’s in a good lineup slot.

McGuire filled a backup role behind Amaya during his absence, offering depth at catcher. His presence adds a safety valve for the Cubs’ backstop duties, though his fantasy value hinges on daily playing time and the team’s handling of the catching rotation while Amaya is sidelined.