There isn't a lot of love lost between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers. While historically the St. Louis Cardinals have been viewed as the Cubs' archriva

Chicago Cubs Facing Backlash for Owen Caissie Decision Before Pirates Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. A heartbreaking loss for the Chicago Cubs on Friday wasn't enough to change things up. Craig Counsell continued with his daily routine as the Cubs lineup was released ahead of the second game of their series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Last week, the Chicago Cubs called up top prospect Owen Caissie but chose not to immediately slot him into the starting lineup. In fact, during the weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, he had just one plate appearance,

Owen Caissie, the Cubs' No. 1 prospect, will make his MLB debut in Thursday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. He will be Chicago's designated hitter, batting fifth in the lineup.

Caissie's thunderous bat could not save a Cubs offense desperate for a clutch hit and searching for any sort of rhythm.

Cubs rookie Owen Caissie has not played much since arriving with a hot bat from Triple A. That is not likely to change.

Owen Caissie rips a two-run single to right field to collect his first career RBIs and give the Cubs an early 2-0 lead