Re: Cubs interested in Orlando Hudson???

[Wrigley Rat]

Cubs, White Sox, and Dodgers are lined up for Orlando Hudson; however, the transfer of ownership may have temporarily tied the hands of Jim Hendry to do anything until Tom Ricketts takes over.

Isn't he a Type A free agent? I would prefer not to lose a 1st round draft pick.

 

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/02/cafardos-late-1.html

[vance_the_cubs_fan]

How cheaply will he come?

 

Hudson is not a bad player by any means. He probably has at least 2-3 productive seasons left in him as well. He'd improve our line-up and bump Fontenot back to the bench. That being said, I wouldn't want to pay too much for him.

[E.J.]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

[dew1679666265]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

The question of the offseason, my friend.

[vance_the_cubs_fan]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

I agree here. Hudson doesn't have DeRosa's versatility.

 

My guess is that the Cubs really aren't that interested.

[Wrigley Rat]

Random thoughts...

 

My gut tells me (and I consult with it often) that we would only be interested in Hudson if he came very cheaply. This couldn't have been the original plan (trading DeRosa and signing a FA infielder to start), but due to the fact that he is still available, that may have piqued Hendry's interest.

 

DeRosa was not going to be re-signed for next year and the Cubs probably wouldn't have offered him arbitration, so trading him (although unpopular) will be a solid baseball move if any of the prospects turn out or get used in a future trade.

 

If Hudson is signed by the Cubs (which I doubt), that should effectively end trade talks for Peavy since all of our 2009 money will have been used up and the Padres most certainly won't be taking back salary.

 

I also think Hudson would have to be OK with a slightly more limited role with the Cubs as I'm sure the Cubs would like to keep Fontenot and Theriot in the lineup on several occasions.

[Wrigley Rat]

His splits last year were opposite of what the Cubs usually look for. (Much lower numbers on the road, during day games, and as a RHB).

[mdwilla]

Some rumors that Abreu might be looking at 3 million a year right now, Hudson has to come around that same price this late in the game. Hudson might not make a bad number two hitter. I thought Hudson's glovework at second was some of the best in the game but I could be remembering wrong.

[SouthSideRyan]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

Because we're stupid.

[RynoHawk23]

He's a gold glove, switch hitting second baseman with some pop and speed - plus a great character guy. I saw a tv piece on him a while back that was all about his personality. Good guy.

 

I don't understand how we're not interested and it wouldn't be a major upgrade over Fontenot. I like Fontenot, but some guys flourish for a reason - and Fontenot is best when playing 2-3 times a week with pinch hit opportunites. He doesn't seem like an every day guy to me.

 

The problem is our bench would be pretty weak for power options with Miles and Fontenot having to be there.

 

I'm with most of you, I don't understand why we traded DeRosa and I'm not a big fan of signing Miles.

[Post Count Padder]

I'd like O-Dog, but it depends what his asking price is. I know it has come down, but I don't want to invest a lot of money there.

[Transmogrified Tiger]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

Because we got burned on the Peavy deal and traded DeRosa to free up money before that was set in stone.

 

I have no hope that this is true, but what if we were interested in Hudson to play SS and move Theriot to platoon with Fontenot?

[dew1679666265]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

Because we got burned on the Peavy deal and traded DeRosa to free up money before that was set in stone.

 

I have no hope that this is true, but what if we were interested in Hudson to play SS and move Theriot to platoon with Fontenot?

 

That would make me very happy. And I don't dislike Theriot that much.

 

How's Hudson's defense at SS?

[Transmogrified Tiger]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

Because we got burned on the Peavy deal and traded DeRosa to free up money before that was set in stone.

 

I have no hope that this is true, but what if we were interested in Hudson to play SS and move Theriot to platoon with Fontenot?

 

That would make me very happy. And I don't dislike Theriot that much.

 

How's Hudson's defense at SS?

 

He's never played there. However, his range at 2B is phenomenal, and his arm can't be worse than Theriot's.

[dew1679666265]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

Because we got burned on the Peavy deal and traded DeRosa to free up money before that was set in stone.

 

I have no hope that this is true, but what if we were interested in Hudson to play SS and move Theriot to platoon with Fontenot?

 

That would make me very happy. And I don't dislike Theriot that much.

 

How's Hudson's defense at SS?

 

He's never played there. However, his range at 2B is phenomenal, and his arm can't be worse than Theriot's.

 

It'd be a big risk for Lou to take - and I don't think he will - but I think that'd be a solid upgrade. That'd leave us with literally no power on the bench, however.

[Post Count Padder]

My question is: why trade Dero and then sign O-Dog? I'd rather have just kept Dero.

 

Because we got burned on the Peavy deal and traded DeRosa to free up money before that was set in stone.

 

I have no hope that this is true, but what if we were interested in Hudson to play SS and move Theriot to platoon with Fontenot?

 

That would make me very happy. And I don't dislike Theriot that much.

 

How's Hudson's defense at SS?

 

He's never played there. However, his range at 2B is phenomenal, and his arm can't be worse than Theriot's.

 

It'd be a big risk for Lou to take - and I don't think he will - but I think that'd be a solid upgrade. That'd leave us with literally no power on the bench, however.

We already have no power on the bench.

[UMFan83]

My personal opinion is that I would be all over this idea. This would mostly make up for trading DeRosa too in my opinion as we upgrade significantly in defense with Hudson. I am all about this move if we can get him cheaply.

[USSoccer]

I'd be in support of this move only because it slots all the other MIF's down one level in terms of playing time. Which makes Miles the 24th guy instead of the primary backup IF.

 

Cabrera or Hudson would accomplish this. I could see Hendry having more interest in Hudson only because of the perceived versatility and speed.

 

Short of Peavy there isn't a real impact move left that we can realistically expect, so this is probably one of the better ways to improve us.

[17 Seconds]

My personal opinion is that I would be all over this idea. This would mostly make up for trading DeRosa too in my opinion as we upgrade significantly in defense with Hudson. I am all about this move if we can get him cheaply.

 

Hudson can't play right field when Bradley is hurt

 

Really I don't see the point of signing Hudson and losing a first round pick. Is he really better than Fontenot?

[UMFan83]

My personal opinion is that I would be all over this idea. This would mostly make up for trading DeRosa too in my opinion as we upgrade significantly in defense with Hudson. I am all about this move if we can get him cheaply.

 

Hudson can't play right field when Bradley is hurt

 

Really I don't see the point of signing Hudson and losing a first round pick. Is he really better than Fontenot?

 

That's what Miles is for. Not ideal but we improve defensively at 2B and still have someone who can backup LF and RF. Also, Fukudome is an option to backup RF.

 

The Cubs will likely blow their first round pick anyways.

[USSoccer]

My personal opinion is that I would be all over this idea. This would mostly make up for trading DeRosa too in my opinion as we upgrade significantly in defense with Hudson. I am all about this move if we can get him cheaply.

 

Hudson can't play right field when Bradley is hurt

 

Really I don't see the point of signing Hudson and losing a first round pick. Is he really better than Fontenot?

 

I think he probably is better than Fontenot over the course of a whole season. Also, as UM mentioned, Fukudome is the likely option to play RF in the event of an injury to Bradley.

[Cubswin11]

I would love for us to get O-Dog, great glove, great clubhouse guy, and well above average offensively for a 2B. Not to mention it likely significantly decreases the number of ab's and starts for Miles. Any idea what type of contract he is looking for? I would only think a 1 year deal and try things again next offseason. 7-9 mil. wouldn't be bad. Edited February 8, 2009 by Cubswin11

[17 Seconds]

My personal opinion is that I would be all over this idea. This would mostly make up for trading DeRosa too in my opinion as we upgrade significantly in defense with Hudson. I am all about this move if we can get him cheaply.

 

Hudson can't play right field when Bradley is hurt

 

Really I don't see the point of signing Hudson and losing a first round pick. Is he really better than Fontenot?

 

That's what Miles is for. Not ideal but we improve defensively at 2B and still have someone who can backup LF and RF. Also, Fukudome is an option to backup RF.

 

The Cubs will likely blow their first round pick anyways.

 

I'm talking about somebody who can oplay right field and actually hit. Miles is garbage and a significant downgrade from DeRosa. Plus he's only played one game in RF in his entire major league career....and only 5 in LF. So we'd had awful offense and awful defense.

 

Really, I think this is a false report. I see no reason to sign Hudson. I don't see him as an upgrade to Fontenot and it's not worth giving up a first round pick so he can play againt lefties over Miles.

[cubsfan26]

Really, I think this is a false report. I see no reason to sign Hudson

 

 

I agree probably just Hudson agent trying to build up interest for Hudson. Hendry has been on the radio, and told reporters plenty of times that he's going with Fontenot/Miles at 2b next year.

[Cubswin11]

My personal opinion is that I would be all over this idea. This would mostly make up for trading DeRosa too in my opinion as we upgrade significantly in defense with Hudson. I am all about this move if we can get him cheaply.

 

Hudson can't play right field when Bradley is hurt

 

Really I don't see the point of signing Hudson and losing a first round pick. Is he really better than Fontenot?

 

That's what Miles is for. Not ideal but we improve defensively at 2B and still have someone who can backup LF and RF. Also, Fukudome is an option to backup RF.

 

The Cubs will likely blow their first round pick anyways.

 

I'm talking about somebody who can oplay right field and actually hit. Miles is garbage and a significant downgrade from DeRosa. Plus he's only played one game in RF in his entire major league career....and only 5 in LF. So we'd had awful offense and awful defense.

 

Really, I think this is a false report. I see no reason to sign Hudson. I don't see him as an upgrade to Fontenot and it's not worth giving up a first round pick so he can play againt lefties over Miles.

I doubt Miles is our go to option for LF/RF when/if we have a injury. Johnson, Kosuke, Gathright and Hoffpauir will all get time out there when/if Soriano or Bradley get hurt. Miles will only see time in the OF if we have multiple injuries at the same time or a even less likely scenario where he is hot and Lou needs to find a spot to play him.