Cade Horton Impresses in First Spring Outing for Cubs

Cubs pitcher Cade Horton made a strong first spring training appearance, striking out two batters and throwing 17 strikes in a 26-pitch outing. After retiring the first five hitters he faced, he issued a two-out walk in the fourth inning. Horton's fastball consistently sat at 96 mph, showcasing promising form despite the Cubs' 14-7 loss to the Rockies, where the bullpen struggled after his departure.