Leeper signed as a nondrafted free agent out of Oklahoma State last year and is already in Triple-A as one of the Cubs' most promising relief prospects. His fastball has been sitting at 95 mph and touching 98 while his upper-80s slider has been a “sick” pitch in the words of one observer. He pounds the zone with his power stuff and has a chance to make his major league debut this season.
Career Transactions
Knoxville Smokies released RHP Ben Leeper.
Knoxville Smokies placed RHP Ben Leeper on the 7-day injured list.
Tennessee Smokies placed RHP Ben Leeper on the 7-day injured list.
RHP Ben Leeper assigned to Tennessee Smokies from South Bend Cubs.
RHP Ben Leeper assigned to South Bend Cubs from Iowa Cubs.
Iowa Cubs sent RHP Ben Leeper on a rehab assignment to South Bend Cubs.
Iowa Cubs sent RHP Ben Leeper on a rehab assignment to Dayton Dragons.
Iowa Cubs sent RHP Ben Leeper on a rehab assignment to ACL Cubs.
Iowa Cubs sent RHP Ben Leeper on a rehab assignment to ACL Cubs.
Iowa Cubs placed RHP Ben Leeper on the 7-day injured list.
Chicago Cubs invited non-roster RHP Ben Leeper to spring training.
RHP Ben Leeper roster status changed by Chicago Cubs.
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