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Plus there is no reason for better defenders to sit while he plays. Five a guy a day off from playing the field is one thing. Playing a worse defender as often as a GG defender is not practical. And do we know for sure he said that, or is that speculation? That is what I am uncertain about.
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We don’t even know if the Suzuki news is being overblown or it really bothers him not to be on the field. But I do imagine if he really does want to play the field he could be out there 50 times a year between filling in for Happ on occasion, playing right if/when PCA struggles and they move Tucker to center and playing right if/when the Cubs want to give Busch a day off and put Tucker at 1st. And that is assuming no injuries in the outfield.
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Nice list. Well thought out. But I would have Lopez much higher. Maybe even 2nd option. And if Jax was added to a Lopez trade that would be option #1 for me. I know your list wasn’t meant to be all encompassing, so just to add a few more ideas, which would fall in your 3.rd option, I would add Tampa starter. Maybe Suarez of Sanchez from the Phillies. One of the young pitchers from the Marlins all as interesting creative trades. Most would call for a 3rd team since neither the Phillies nor the Mariners would be looking for prospects. I don’t see Flaherty or any FA pitcher being added, with the possible exception of Hoffman, or a 5th starter/swing man guy. And finally, the only way I would want Castillo would be a Seattle salary dump.
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I thought 1908 originally suggested it, so I went with it. Just assumed he played some first base. Maybe he isn’t an option. But on days they sit PCA, Tucker can play center and Suzuki get in the field in right.
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Honestly, I would rather keep Suzuki as well. Him not being happy could just as easily being overstated as well. We don’t t know. I can see where he can play the field twice a week. When Busch sits Tucker can move to first and Suzuki in right. He can also give Happ a day off from the field. He has not been a great fielder, but he isn’t awful either. His issues get magnified because he does seem to miss a ball at a very bad spot. But overall he is pretty close to a league average outfielder, slightly below average. Lots of slightly below average outfielder start on a regular basis.
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I can see Suzuki dealt for a pitcher and then a FA bat signed. The problem with that is what FAbare getting. As an example, I want no part of any FA bat on a 6/$150 deal. And that might be the market.
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Even if they don’t come away with a pitcher before the Sasaki decision, it is not because they are waiting in that decision. That is just a dumb thing for a FO to do. It might happen that way because they don’t come to an agreement on someone. They can’t pull of a trade or they are waiting the market out in someone(also a dumb idea), but I am certain they are not sitting around waiting on Sasaki to decide. Even if he did come here they would be fine with another pitcher. And with Manaea getting $75M for 3 years I am pretty sure they can forget about Flaherty. He has to be AT LEAST 4/$100M, and I don’t see that happening.
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I would agree. Sure would love those numbers.
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Looks like Buehler is signing for $21M+. WOW!!! Market has gone wild. I kind of like and now, for his price. I think the only way tendons get smoother is with a trade now. Not sure for who, but they are not spending the crazy money that is happening now. Joc gets 2 for $37.5? So what are the remaining bats wanting? They better keep Suzuki. And trade they make needs to be using their minor league assets. Honestly I am not sure how the FO navigates through this. If FA has gone through the roof, I Imagine the trade market has also gone crazy for a good pitcher. And how many good pitchers are available for minor league assets. Most are on teams that want to win so they want major league talent back. It might end up Sasaki or bust.
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What would that look like with the Cubs? Trade Busch for a starting pitcher and sign Alonso? Or maybe trade Suzuki for a starting pitcher and sign Alonso, Santander or Hernandez?
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I don’t like this idea at all. Bichette sucked last year. Suzuki has gotten better every year since coming here. Unless there is more the Xubs way this doesn’t interest me. Plus if they rally think they have a chance at Sasaki, this eliminates that chance.
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That is just crazy money for a 33 year old MOR pitcher. Further confirms the Cubs will not be looking at Burnes. Who knows that he will cost. He’ll, Buehler on a bounce back contract will probably cost $20M for a year. I think the Cubs next starter added will come from a trade.
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Cubs Meeting With Japanese Ace Roki Sasaki
Rcal10 replied to Brock Beauchamp's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
I would agree with no small markets, however, didn’t his agent say he liked small markets? Sometimes things get messed up in translation, so maybe he didn’t say that. I think the Cubs have a chance if he doesn’t go to LA. But to me LA is the heavy favorite -
One less right handed bench bat available with Urshela signing with the A’s. He is the type if guy I was talking about signing. And only cost $2M. I guess for him it makes much more sense signing with the A’s. He will probably play everyday. But he is one guy I would have been fine with as the Cubs veteran bench bat.
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I do worry about him being trading causing some issues with the goodwill with Sasaki. I completely agree with you here. That is one of the reasons I don’t want to see him traded. Plus he is a very good hitter. Hopefully they can figure something out to get him some time in the outfield. Maybe a couple times a week. Give Happ a day at DH, same with Tucker. Maybe when Busch is out Tucker plays first and Suzuki is in the outfield. I know people focus on his bad drops, and rightfully so. But he isn’t unplayable in the outfield. He just isn’t as advertised and slightly below average. Cubs have played with a lot of worse outfielders over the years. One is being welcomed back this January.
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Does that open up a spot for them to maybe trade Cristopher Sanchez? He might be someone to consider. Or even Ranger Suarez for a year. I know that would be another lefty so not sure about either.
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But why do we need Naylor? Busch is cheaper just as good and has more control left. Naylor is a FA after this year.
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Makes the Dbacks better.
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Followed a few years later with Jackson for Jackson trades. Source: I have an 8 year old grandchild who’s 3 best friends are named Jackson.
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He isn’t going to play anywhere with the Yankees. . Why did you quote me with this comment. My point was I assumed Rizzo was done anyway, with the Yankees. I didn’t need Goldy signing with them to confirm it.
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I didn’t need Goldy signing with the Yankees to confirm Rizzo is done. But what does this do to Bregman’s market? Are the Yankees still on him?
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I understand your point. I am just posting what I think is something the Cubs might do. I think he is more likely than Burnes.
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I think it is far more likely the Cubs sign someone like Buehler than it is they sign Burnes. If they want to take a chance on a guy who can slot in as a TOR starter he is who I think they will sign. He kind of fits the Luzardo idea. High reward, he risk guy. The Cubs move prior to this year, would probably be someone like Lyle Gibson. Innings eater, MOR starter. I think the Cubs are aiming higher this year. Hope so, anyway.!
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I agree as a major market they should be more aggressive. But they are not. And that contract would stop them from adding. So Burnes isn’t happening. And that said, I would not be comfortable with him for 6 years at an annual of $36M. I think that would be a bad signing.
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And by someone, you think that should be the Cubs? Hard pass on Burnes. Not only would the Cubs FO not even consider this, I don’t blame them in passing on him.’
