Barney DFA, Traded to Dodgers

[ScrubMD]

I didn't think so until recently, but I'm definitely seeing the possibility of a Baez call-up. They would be surrendering a year of control, but if you wait till next May to bring him up and then he struggles for 2 months, you're possibly jeopardizing a playoff run.

 

Everything is looking like they're really going for it next year, so if they think he can adjust to major league pitching in the same timeframe he's adjusted to other leagues, you're looking at a year of service time vs. a year of contention. I can see it going either way.

[jersey cubs fan]

Everything is looking like they're really going for it next year,

 

What? No it doesn't.

 

 

It looks like they might start trying a little and the results might start getting better next year, but nothing indicates they are really going for it.

[A New Era]

results getting a little better = going for it when compared to the relative suckitivity of the last 3 years.

[XZero771679666304]

I'm sure they're not going to go into world series or bust mode, but I think they may actually shoot for contention in 2015.

[A New Era]

Wait to hear what Len and JD say at the start of the game. If Len mentions Baez in even the slightest, it might be a tea leaf.

 

Len has been mentioning Baez a lot in radio interviews and on TV. It almost seems like he's on a promotion tour. And he wouldn't be doing that without some sort of hint or nod from the FO. All I'm saying here is, Baez is not going to be in AAA until next May.

 

The last thing the front office should want to do is give off some sort of "Baez is our savior" vibe. He's already going to be putting that sort of pressure on himself because of who he is. If anything they'll want to lower expectations for fans.

 

Which is just another reason he may not come up until late next spring.

 

But man if he comes up soon... So exciting!

 

They aren't doing that. They are just giving little cookies to fans (even though Theo said he doesn't do this) by kinda hinting/bringing up his name. That's not saying "Baez is our savior" or like "hint hint, hey guys maybe Baez is coming soon".

[jersey cubs fan]

Wait to hear what Len and JD say at the start of the game. If Len mentions Baez in even the slightest, it might be a tea leaf.

 

Len has been mentioning Baez a lot in radio interviews and on TV. It almost seems like he's on a promotion tour. And he wouldn't be doing that without some sort of hint or nod from the FO. All I'm saying here is, Baez is not going to be in AAA until next May.

 

The last thing the front office should want to do is give off some sort of "Baez is our savior" vibe. He's already going to be putting that sort of pressure on himself because of who he is. If anything they'll want to lower expectations for fans.

 

Which is just another reason he may not come up until late next spring.

 

But man if he comes up soon... So exciting!

 

They aren't doing that. They are just giving little cookies to fans (even though Theo said he doesn't do this) by kinda hinting/bringing up his name. That's not saying "Baez is our savior" or like "hint hint, hey guys maybe Baez is coming soon".

 

Why the hell do you think Len would not talk about Baez if not for a hint or nod from the FO?

[UMFan83]

I'm really looking forward to finally making Cubs and everyday experience again next year.

[Tangled Up in Plaid]

OH MY [expletive] GOD

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[Tangled Up in Plaid]

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[SouthSideRyan]

Wait to hear what Len and JD say at the start of the game. If Len mentions Baez in even the slightest, it might be a tea leaf.

 

Len has been mentioning Baez a lot in radio interviews and on TV. It almost seems like he's on a promotion tour. And he wouldn't be doing that without some sort of hint or nod from the FO. All I'm saying here is, Baez is not going to be in AAA until next May.

 

The last thing the front office should want to do is give off some sort of "Baez is our savior" vibe. He's already going to be putting that sort of pressure on himself because of who he is. If anything they'll want to lower expectations for fans.

 

Which is just another reason he may not come up until late next spring.

 

But man if he comes up soon... So exciting!

 

They aren't doing that. They are just giving little cookies to fans (even though Theo said he doesn't do this) by kinda hinting/bringing up his name. That's not saying "Baez is our savior" or like "hint hint, hey guys maybe Baez is coming soon".

 

Well they certainly aren't doing that.

[Tangled Up in Plaid]

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[jersey cubs fan]

The open 40 man spot is what raises my eyebrow on Javy. Not to mention we'll likely have additional ones from trades within the next 10 days or so.

 

Isn't that spot likely available for Fujikawa coming off the 60 Day DL? He's rehabbing in AAA right now.

[illiniguy]

Please let Javy come up soon. I need a reason to get into these last few games. him getting his douche on would be amazing. Imagine him hitting a homer and costing the Cardinals a playoff spot and then moonwalking around the bases. Oh the tears would be so sweet.

[PrimeTime]

lulz..I couldn't help but look at the meatball comments on the Cubs.com board...It's like Campana and Theriot all over again. These are a few gem comments..

 

EddieVIP 15 minutes ago

He's a second baseman... he's a winner... he's a defensive juggernaut... you don't take him off the team...

 

mr46 31 minutes ago

This is a sad day, and is a mistake in my opinion.

 

commenter 36 minutes ago

One of the worst moves the new front office has made since taking charge

[jersey cubs fan]

He's not even white.

[jersey cubs fan]

Joe Sheehan ‏@joe_sheehan 1h

The #Yankees should snag Darwin Barney and go max defense, with Headley, to support new contact/GB rotation. (And play Ryan, alas...)

[Sammy Sofa]

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You know it's good news when one board weirdo is rambling cookies and the other is talking about Baez douching.

[ScrubMD]

Everything is looking like they're really going for it next year,

 

What? No it doesn't.

 

 

It looks like they might start trying a little and the results might start getting better next year, but nothing indicates they are really going for it.

 

Haha, of course you picked that sentence out and had a panic attack. Take a nap.

 

Just my board mandated apologist propaganda.

[Guest]

@CSNMooney: Cubs GM Hoyer: "Every time you switch a guy’s position or a guy has a big night, people shouldn’t be looking or clamoring for a promotion."

[Hairyducked Idiot]

@CSNMooney: Cubs GM Hoyer: "Every time you switch a guy’s position or a guy has a big night, people shouldn’t be looking or clamoring for a promotion."

 

That's great Jed. But you don't make any real decisions so who cares what you think.

[Tangled Up in Plaid]

Jed is basically the Mouth of Sauron.

[NOLA]

@CSNMooney: Cubs GM Hoyer: "Every time you switch a guy’s position or a guy has a big night, people shouldn’t be looking or clamoring for a promotion."

Sure, but who's he speaking to here? Baez or to the fans? In any case doesn't it seem out of character for them?

 

Nevermind, that was stupid on second thought.

[davell]

The open 40 man spot is what raises my eyebrow on Javy. Not to mention we'll likely have additional ones from trades within the next 10 days or so.

 

Isn't that spot likely available for Fujikawa coming off the 60 Day DL? He's rehabbing in AAA right now.

 

[expletive], forgot about him. You're definitely right.

[illiniguy]

@CSNMooney: Cubs GM Hoyer: "Every time you switch a guy’s position or a guy has a big night, people shouldn’t be looking or clamoring for a promotion."

 

That's great Jed. But you don't make any real decisions so who cares what you think.

They have to have one of the weirdest relationships between a President and GM. I really can't envision Theo firing him.