MLB:
Which Cubs rookie—Horton or Ballesteros—could tilt the wild-card game more, and how should they be deployed?
Qwiket AI:
Horton’s multi-inning capability adds a surprising edge for a tie game or after a short starter stint, while Ballesteros’s bat supplies a late-inning spark. Deploy Horton in a piggyback role if needed and Ballesteros as a critical pinch-hitter in late frames to maximize offense in clutch moments.
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Chicago Cubs: