Cubs not interested in Clark

[DiamondMind]

According to the Daily Herald, Cubs insiders say they have little or no interest in Arizona first baseman Tony Clark. With the Cubs struggling against against left-handed pitching and Derrek Lee on the disabled list, there had been some rumblings that the club was interested in Clark.

[NorthsideAvenger]

According to the Daily Herald, Cubs insiders say they have little or no interest in Arizona first baseman Tony Clark. With the Cubs struggling against against left-handed pitching and Derrek Lee on the disabled list, there had been some rumblings that the club was interested in Clark.

 

Smokescreen, is all that is.

[UMFan83]

If true....idiots.

 

We have no team power, we are struggling to get hits, especially against lefties, and here is a guy that hit 30 HRs last year and hits well against lefties and we don't have interest in him?

 

I hope it is a smokescreen, otherwise its just another sign of our ineptitude

[CubinNY]

If true....idiots.

 

We have no team power, we are struggling to get hits, especially against lefties, and here is a guy that hit 30 HRs last year and hits well against lefties and we don't have interest in him?

 

I hope it is a smokescreen, otherwise its just another sign of our ineptitude

 

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem. What are they going to do with Clark when Lee gets back? He can't play any other position and the Cubs only need a DH for a handfull of games.

 

I would bring up Sing (even though he is off to a slow start).

 

It kills me because there is nothing they can do about it now, but this is wy they needed to target more offense in the offseason. Mabry looks finsihed.

[goonys evil twin]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

[RynoRules]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

 

Here here. Team OBP = .312 (through Tuesday).

[CubinNY]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

 

I agree, but would Clark waive his no-trade clause to come to Chicago to sit on the bench?

[goonys evil twin]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

 

I agree, but would Clark waive his no-trade clause to come to Chicago to sit on the bench?

 

The question should be, would he waive the clause to come to Chicago to start for 2 months, then become a spot starter for Lee as he comes back from a very serious injury and be the primary threat off the bench.

[Ding Dong Johnson]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

 

I agree, but would Clark waive his no-trade clause to come to Chicago to sit on the bench?

 

The question should be, would he waive the clause to come to Chicago to start for 2 months, then become a spot starter for Lee as he comes back from a very serious injury and be the primary threat off the bench.

 

And why wouldn't he? Unless Jackson gets hurt, he's pretty much guaranteed to see more PT here than there.

[NorthsideAvenger]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

 

I agree, but would Clark waive his no-trade clause to come to Chicago to sit on the bench?

 

"I firmly believe that if the Lord wants me somewhere else, I'll be somewhere else," said Clark. "But my concern has been and will continue to be what's in the best interests of the Arizona Diamondbacks."

 

So yes...he is amendable to waiving his NTC.

[DiamondMind]

I think the Cubs have to look within to find someone. They cannot seek a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

 

You're fooling yourself if you think it's a temporary problem. With or without Lee, they have a crap bench. They need all the help they can get in that department. They've spent all their energy trying to find versatile bench players, meanwhile, they haven't bothered finding a bench player that can hit worth a lick. I don't care if a guy can only play 1B defensively, they still need bats, desperately.

 

Totally agree

[LoneStarCubFan]

Why would you trade for a guy hitting around the Mendoza line?

[Backtobanks]

Today's Tribune reports that the D'backs are asking too much for Clark.

[badger1679666666]

Today's Tribune reports that the D'backs are asking too much for Clark.

 

Any idea of what they are asking?

[daske17]

Today's Tribune reports that the D'backs are asking too much for Clark.

 

Any idea of what they are asking?

 

If I'm the D-Backs, I start with Hill.

 

The Cubs are in a bind, the whole league knows it. Since Arizona has no need to get rid of Clark, why not shoot for the moon?

 

I mean, Hendry gave up three great prospects for a leadoff-hitting center fielder who OBP is almost completely dependent on his BA.

 

After 28 years, I'm ready to call it quits with this stinking organization. I refuse to even call it a team.

[NorthsideAvenger]

Today's Tribune reports that the D'backs are asking too much for Clark.

 

Any idea of what they are asking?

 

If I'm the D-Backs, I start with Hill.

 

The Cubs are in a bind, the whole league knows it. Since Arizona has no need to get rid of Clark, why not shoot for the moon?

 

I mean, Hendry gave up three great prospects for a leadoff-hitting center fielder who OBP is almost completely dependent on his BA.

 

After 28 years, I'm ready to call it quits with this stinking organization. I refuse to even call it a team.

 

But the problem with that theory, is that Clark is NOT the only available first baseman, the Cubs would be interested in. I'm sure the Cubs are prolly weighing the worth of calling someone up like Hoffpauir (have to take somebody off the 40 perhaps Restovich or Bynum) or Sing, to that of acquiring a bat via FA or trade. I not enamored with the move, but Walker has more then handle himself at first, so there is NO NEED to overpay for Clark.

[Ding Dong Johnson]

Clark is one of the very few potentially productive first basemen out there. Hoffpauir and Sing are nowhere near the solution, and I believe everyone within and outside the organization know that. The craptitude with which this team plays is almost making me consider liking a deal for Soriano, keeping Walker at 1B. We need a bat in the middle. Well, we need 2 or 3, but that isn't likely to happen.

[NorthsideAvenger]

Clark is one of the very few potentially productive first basemen out there. Hoffpauir and Sing are nowhere near the solution, and I believe everyone within and outside the organization know that. The craptitude with which this team plays is almost making me consider liking a deal for Soriano, keeping Walker at 1B. We need a bat in the middle. Well, we need 2 or 3, but that isn't likely to happen.

 

The Cubs DON'T NEED A SOLUTION at first. What they need is somebody who play the position well-enough say.....260/.330/.440 with some power, and provide solid D---not a guy who would replace Lee. Hoffpair or Sing COULD surprise people if given the opportunity. Giving them an opportunity is better then letting another organization try and rip you off.

[beowulf28]

Clark is one of the very few potentially productive first basemen out there. Hoffpauir and Sing are nowhere near the solution, and I believe everyone within and outside the organization know that. The craptitude with which this team plays is almost making me consider liking a deal for Soriano, keeping Walker at 1B. We need a bat in the middle. Well, we need 2 or 3, but that isn't likely to happen.

 

The Cubs DON'T NEED A SOLUTION at first. What they need is somebody who play the position well-enough say.....260/.330/.440 with some power, and provide solid D---not a guy who would replace Lee. Hoffpair or Sing COULD surprise people if given the opportunity. Giving them an opportunity is better then letting another organization try and rip you off.

 

The key word is COULD and I'm glad you capitalized it! Are you willing to put a good portion of this season in the hands of one or two guys who COULD surprise people? I'd rather put my faith, at this point, in someone who's already proven he can get the job done! I'm not sure Hoffpauir, Sing, or even Brian Dopirak can get the job done.

[srbin84]

I guess the Cubs think he hasn't been "aggressive" enough the last few years.

[NorthsideAvenger]

Clark is one of the very few potentially productive first basemen out there. Hoffpauir and Sing are nowhere near the solution, and I believe everyone within and outside the organization know that. The craptitude with which this team plays is almost making me consider liking a deal for Soriano, keeping Walker at 1B. We need a bat in the middle. Well, we need 2 or 3, but that isn't likely to happen.

 

The Cubs DON'T NEED A SOLUTION at first. What they need is somebody who play the position well-enough say.....260/.330/.440 with some power, and provide solid D---not a guy who would replace Lee. Hoffpair or Sing COULD surprise people if given the opportunity. Giving them an opportunity is better then letting another organization try and rip you off.

 

The key word is COULD and I'm glad you capitalized it! Are you willing to put a good portion of this season in the hands of one or two guys who COULD surprise people? I'd rather put my faith, at this point, in someone who's already proven he can get the job done! I'm not sure Hoffpauir, Sing, or even Brian Dopirak can get the job done.

 

Well. considering the current landscape for the Cubs offense...Clark is not going to help the Cubs, anymore then Hoffpauir or Sing. Why give up a cheap pitcher for Clark?

[Ding Dong Johnson]

Clark is one of the very few potentially productive first basemen out there. Hoffpauir and Sing are nowhere near the solution, and I believe everyone within and outside the organization know that. The craptitude with which this team plays is almost making me consider liking a deal for Soriano, keeping Walker at 1B. We need a bat in the middle. Well, we need 2 or 3, but that isn't likely to happen.

 

The Cubs DON'T NEED A SOLUTION at first. What they need is somebody who play the position well-enough say.....260/.330/.440 with some power, and provide solid D---not a guy who would replace Lee. Hoffpair or Sing COULD surprise people if given the opportunity. Giving them an opportunity is better then letting another organization try and rip you off.

 

Don't need a solution? You're advocating bringing up new bodies because of a problem. Bringing them up defines the word "solution". Neither are at a point where they show any signs of being capable of handling a major league job. Hoffpauir was overmatched at AAA last year, and Sing hasn't exactly been a world beater. I'm not asking for someone to win the job over Lee.

[beowulf28]

Clark is one of the very few potentially productive first basemen out there. Hoffpauir and Sing are nowhere near the solution, and I believe everyone within and outside the organization know that. The craptitude with which this team plays is almost making me consider liking a deal for Soriano, keeping Walker at 1B. We need a bat in the middle. Well, we need 2 or 3, but that isn't likely to happen.

 

The Cubs DON'T NEED A SOLUTION at first. What they need is somebody who play the position well-enough say.....260/.330/.440 with some power, and provide solid D---not a guy who would replace Lee. Hoffpair or Sing COULD surprise people if given the opportunity. Giving them an opportunity is better then letting another organization try and rip you off.

 

The key word is COULD and I'm glad you capitalized it! Are you willing to put a good portion of this season in the hands of one or two guys who COULD surprise people? I'd rather put my faith, at this point, in someone who's already proven he can get the job done! I'm not sure Hoffpauir, Sing, or even Brian Dopirak can get the job done.

 

Well. considering the current landscape for the Cubs offense...Clark is not going to help the Cubs, anymore then Hoffpauir or Sing. Why give up a cheap pitcher for Clark?

 

First, Clark will help the Cubs, if he would okay a trade, because he has ML experience, and hit 30 HR's last year as a major leaguer. Hoffpauir and Sing have no discernible ML experience, other than Spring Training. Also, the Cubs are going to have to give up something of worth to get a 1Bman. They have a need, and other teams are going to make them pay.

 

Besides, Tony Clark may be a moot point anyway. I heard earlier on the Score that the Cubs were talking to Baltimore for either Jeff Conine or Kevin Millar.