I am not here to discuss how you should feel about Ian Happ, who is and always has been a divisive player among Cubs fans … despite almost always finishing the season with the exact same, generally solid offensive numbers and excellent defense in left field (4 straight Gold Glove awards).

And, before you say it, yes, that “generally solid” offensive performance includes various game situations: low leverage (113 wRC+ over 2281 PAs), medium leverage (119 wRC+ over 2070 PAs), and high leverage (123 wRC+ over 452 PAs). And, yes, that includes equally solid performance with runners in scoring position (119 wRC+ over 1247 PAs).

I know, I know, your gut tells you that can’t be true. I must be lying. Whatever. Look it up for yourself if you want. Here ya go.

What I am here to tell you, however, is that he is very close to Chicago Cubs history. Specifically, in the category of home runs.

Ian Happ is Quickly Approaching Some Serious Cubs Home Run History (via Michael Cerami)

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