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Cubs prospect Javy Baez extends nine-game hitting streak with home run

By  Blair Sheade
   
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View image | gettyimages.comCubs prospect Javy Baez had an impressive night against the Fresno Grizzlies on Monday, going 4-4 with one home run, two RBI and three runs-scored.

Baez extended his hitting streak to nine games with a home run off Fresno pitcher Dan Straily in the fourth inning.

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The Cubs infield prospect has a total of 20 hits and has increased his batting average from .289 to .315 during the nine-game hitting streak.

There’s no indication if Baez will receive a September callup, but he’s making a case for himself.

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