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Once-touted Cubs prospect aiming to reignite career in Mexican League

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After the Anthony Rizzo era came to an end for the Chicago Cubs, the organization cycled through several different options at first base before eventually settling on Michael Busch. Along the way, Trey Mancini, Eric Hosmer, Matt Mervis, and even Cody Bellinger all spent time at the position.

Among that group, Mervis was perhaps the most intriguing option. As a prospect, he flashed considerable promise, highlighted by a 36-home run season in the minor leagues. However, strikeouts consistently plagued him, and he was never able to establish a significant role at the big league level across two seasons with the Chicago Cubs. That ultimately led to Chicago trading Mervis to the Miami Marlins in December of 2024 in exchange for Vidal Bruján.

Mervis received more opportunities with the Marlins than he ever did with the Cubs, but much like in Chicago, he ultimately did not emerge as the long-term answer they were hoping for. He later caught on with the Washington Nationals prior to the 2026 season, though he was released in March and has already begun playing in the Mexican League as he looks to revive his career.

Once-touted Chicago Cubs prospect Matt Mervis is playing in the Mexican League

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Apr 26, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Chicago Cubs first baseman Matt Mervis (22) singled to right field and drove in a run against the Boston Red Sox in the second inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

In the Mexican League, Mervis is now playing for Algodoneros de Unión Laguna. He is just three games into his stint there, though the early results have been what you would expect, as he has recorded one hit in 12 plate appearances while striking out four times.

While a return to affiliated baseball is not impossible, Mervis now faces an uphill climb to earn another opportunity. At 28 years old and with the track record he has accumulated, he will likely need to produce consistently at a high level to work his way back into the conversation for another MLB organization.

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