"Chicago Cubs' Farm System Earns High Praise and Top Rankings in Baseball Prospects Lists"
Baseball Prospectus has ranked the Chicago Cubs as the second best farm system in baseball, with the Baltimore Orioles claiming the top spot. The Cubs placed nine prospects on BP's top-101 list, showcasing their depth and volume of top-100 talent. While the Orioles have more "elite" talent, the Cubs' farm system is otherwise unrivaled in terms of depth and volume. The rankings place the Orioles, Cubs, and Dodgers in Tier 1, ahead of other teams in lower tiers. The Cubs are expected to maintain a high ranking in upcoming lists due to their impressive prospect depth, but the focus now shifts to turning this talent into big league production.