Rogers: Cubs, Red Sox showing most interest in Drew

[C.C.]

Some of you are getting downright greedy talking about Drew and Soriano. I think we'll be lucky to get one of them. With the rumored numbers, I think I would go for Drew and save $30 million. You know $30 million here and $30 million there and pretty soon you have a lot of money.

 

If we ended up with one of them I'll be pretty happy.

 

Pretty happy? I'll be shocked!

[BigbadB]

We "associate" with just about every big FA every year, and tend to always come up a bit short.

 

Not once last year did I ever hear Hendry express any interest in Brian Giles.

[BigbadB]

Some of you are getting downright greedy talking about Drew and Soriano. I think we'll be lucky to get one of them. With the rumored numbers, I think I would go for Drew and save $30 million. You know $30 million here and $30 million there and pretty soon you have a lot of money.

 

I'll be happy with just one of them. I prefer Drew. Tremendous score if he figures out a way to get both, however.

[Backtobanks]

Ben Maller is reporting that the Angels are ready to pay Soriano what he is asking for, but some GMs think Soriano wants to stay on the East coast. Also, he is saying that the Red Sox are ready to sign Drew at $48 million over 4 years. I can't believe Drew would sign this early for that number unless he really wants to play for the Red Sox. Take both rumors as just that....rumors.

[Jon]

Drew is the only bat out there right now that will make me feel good about this offense. A lineup of Murton, Drew, Lee, Ramirez, Barrett, Jones, DeRosa, pitcher, and Izturis wouldn't be so bad.

 

If they grossly overpay for Soriano, you risk replacing Jones' 2006 season with Soriano in 2007...and then having Jones. Drew transforms the top of that lineup and adds much needed OBP and power. Soriano would be better suited for the 5 spot, meaning DeRosa would likely bat 2nd. And I don't think any of us wants to see that.

[BigbadB]

Ben Maller is reporting that the Angels are ready to pay Soriano what he is asking for, but some GMs think Soriano wants to stay on the East coast. Also, he is saying that the Red Sox are ready to sign Drew at $48 million over 4 years. I can't believe Drew would sign this early for that number unless he really wants to play for the Red Sox. Take both rumors as just that....rumors.

 

Who is Ben Maller?

 

If the East Coast means Washington or Phily, Chicago HAS to be a more attractive option.

 

I would be surprised to see Drew sign that quickly also.

[C.C.]

Ben Maller is reporting that the Angels are ready to pay Soriano what he is asking for, but some GMs think Soriano wants to stay on the East coast. Also, he is saying that the Red Sox are ready to sign Drew at $48 million over 4 years. I can't believe Drew would sign this early for that number unless he really wants to play for the Red Sox. Take both rumors as just that....rumors.

 

Who is Ben Maller?

 

If the East Coast means Washington or Phily, Chicago HAS to be a more attractive option.

 

I would be surprised to see Drew sign that quickly also.

 

benmaller.com It's rumor site.

[Faceman]

Cubs want JD Drew

 

and possibly Jason Marquis?

 

http://chicagosports.chicagotribune.com/sports/columnists/cs-061115rogers,1,1613350.column?coll=cs-home-headlines

 

Lou Piniella will kill each of them with his bare hands before the all-star break. . .

 

WOW

[Ding Dong Johnson]

Who is Ben Maller?

 

Exactly

[Yeti]

He's bonerriffic!

any way we can get a smiley to express this?

[Soul]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

[CubinNY]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

I can see the Cubs giving a ridicilous contract to Soriano, but I cannot see them landing Drew. If they lose out on Soriano after Drew signs that will be bad. I'd rather them sign Drew (if that is truely their intention) and see what happens with Soriano.

 

Pill Roger's comments not withstanding, I don't think the Cubs are interested in Drew.

 

It makes too much sense. Much more so than signing Soriano to a ridiculous contract and asking him to play a position he's never played and at the age of 31 no less. CF is much tougher to play than either RF or LF.

Edited November 16, 2006 by CubinNY

[Magnetic Curses]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

i will give you scientific analysis:

 

the cubs have never outbid anyone for a major free agent. once, macphail was super-excited because the cubs simply were among the finalists for mike hampton.

[Soul]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

I can see the Cubs giving a ridicilous contract to Soriano, but I cannot see them landing Drew. If they lose out on Soriano after Drew signs that will be bad. I'd rather them sign Drew (if that is truely their intention) and see what happens with Soriano.

 

Pill Roger's comments not withstanding, I don't think the Cubs are interested in Drew.

 

It makes too much sense. Much more so than signing Soriano to a ridiculous contract and asking him to play a position he's never played and at the age of 31 no less. CF is much tougher to play than either RF or LF.

 

I hear you. Soriano in CF for mega-bucks seems like the more Cub-ish move. I'm with some other people though: I look at our team and see a void of talent, especially in the outfield, so I would still welcome Soriano despite the shortcomings.

 

i will give you scientific analysis:

 

the cubs have never outbid anyone for a major free agent. once, macphail was super-excited because the cubs simply were among the finalists for mike hampton.

 

That might explain why I can't see it happening with either guy. No history of success to fuel any hope.

[imb]

Of course if we sign Drew and Soriano and deal Jones, I'm not sure how much pitching we'd need.

 

CF Soriano

2b DeRosa

1b Lee

RF Drew

3b Ramirez

LF Murton

C Barrett

SS Izturis

 

That line-up would be nice.

 

http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/09/28/borat_narrowweb__300x495,0.jpg

 

I like very much, it is nice!

[Burtonbell]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

i will give you scientific analysis:

 

the cubs have never outbid anyone for a major free agent. once, macphail was super-excited because the cubs simply were among the finalists for mike hampton.

 

Why did you make me remember that fiasco! Thats one move I'm glad they didnt make though...

[David]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

i will give you scientific analysis:

 

the cubs have never outbid anyone for a major free agent. once, macphail was super-excited because the cubs simply were among the finalists for mike hampton.

 

Why did you make me remember that fiasco! Thats one move I'm glad they didnt make though...

 

I thought we did outbid on Hampton, but he choose Colorado because of the area and schools or some BS like that...

[Ding Dong Johnson]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

i will give you scientific analysis:

 

the cubs have never outbid anyone for a major free agent. once, macphail was super-excited because the cubs simply were among the finalists for mike hampton.

 

Why did you make me remember that fiasco! Thats one move I'm glad they didnt make though...

 

I thought we did outbid on Hampton, but he choose Colorado because of the area and schools or some BS like that...

 

I heard we offered the very same amount and he chose CO for the reasons you pointed out, but I don't recall that coming from a super reliable source.

[Garwilly]

I'm having a hard time picturing either in a Cub uni.

 

I know----that's a real scientific analysis 8)

 

i will give you scientific analysis:

 

the cubs have never outbid anyone for a major free agent. once, macphail was super-excited because the cubs simply were among the finalists for mike hampton.

 

Why did you make me remember that fiasco! Thats one move I'm glad they didnt make though...

 

Wrigley is in a pretty tough neighborhood.

 

I thought we did outbid on Hampton, but he choose Colorado because of the area and schools or some BS like that...

 

I heard we offered the very same amount and he chose CO for the reasons you pointed out, but I don't recall that coming from a super reliable source.

[Mephistopheles]

According to the Globe's Nick Cafardo, the buzz around the GM meetings is that the price tag for J.D. Drew could reach four years and $56 million. Drew is two years younger than another Scott Boras client, Johnny Damon, whom the Sox were only willing to go as high as four years and $40 million for. One National League GM told Cafardo he thought the numbers were "a little crazy." The Red Sox have had multiple discussions concerning Drew, according to Cafardo, but they're going to get some stiff competition from the Cubs.

http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/redsox/extras/thebuzz/

[WrigleyinEngland]

'but they're going to get some stiff competition from the Cubs.'

 

Finally a move i'll back JH on, lets do what it takes to get this guy he will instantly give us a chance to turn around our pathetic offese from last year.

[JeffH]

If $56/4 gets Drew to sign today, Dimwit should take a moment away from signing garbage to get that done.

[David]

I really like the sound of that.

 

Stiff competition from the Cubs... Is this for real??!

[goonys evil twin]

According to the Globe's Nick Cafardo, the buzz around the GM meetings is that the price tag for J.D. Drew could reach four years and $56 million. Drew is two years younger than another Scott Boras client, Johnny Damon, whom the Sox were only willing to go as high as four years and $40 million for. One National League GM told Cafardo he thought the numbers were "a little crazy." The Red Sox have had multiple discussions concerning Drew, according to Cafardo, but they're going to get some stiff competition from the Cubs.

http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/redsox/extras/thebuzz/

 

Coletti would probably think that's "a little crazy."

[USSoccer]

According to the Globe's Nick Cafardo, the buzz around the GM meetings is that the price tag for J.D. Drew could reach four years and $56 million. Drew is two years younger than another Scott Boras client, Johnny Damon, whom the Sox were only willing to go as high as four years and $40 million for. One National League GM told Cafardo he thought the numbers were "a little crazy." The Red Sox have had multiple discussions concerning Drew, according to Cafardo, but they're going to get some stiff competition from the Cubs.

http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/redsox/extras/thebuzz/

 

Coletti would probably think that's "a little crazy."

 

That's because Coletti is "a little stupid".