Cade Horton, a 24-year-old Cubs right-hander, is showing signs of his potential as a key player in the team's upcoming season. In a Cactus League win over the Cleveland Guardians, Horton struck 10 batters and allowed one run on three hits, marking a single-game high for any pitcher in Spring Training. He also generated 21 whiffs, largely through his changeup, which he focused on during this outing. This performance came after Horton allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings in a previous game against the Rangers. Despite these setbacks, Horton remains hopeful about continuing his strong performance throughout the 2026 season.