MLBTR linked an article that was written by Ken Rosenthal that discussed the Cubs manager Dale Sveum. Rosenthal's article Sooner or Later, Sveum's a Goner offers some information I had not yet read. Essentially, the Cubs hired Sveum as a bridge to the a bigger name. But let’s get one thing straight: The Cubs did not hire Sveum to be …
Fans Scouting Report
Tom Tango's Fans Scouting Report is up now. I'd been meaning to publish a link to it, but forgot so thanks to an email I got from Tango, it's being done now. The full list of teams and brief explanation can be found and the Cubs players can be found below. So please take 10 minutes at some point soon …
Cubs players can’t do anything
Apparently you can't do anything at all once you sign a contract with the Cubs. Take, for example, section C(2) of the Cubs' guarantee language. It says the Cubs may convert a player's contract "If Player is injured in any Prohibited Activity." The prohibited activities are as follows: "(A)uto racing, motorcycling, piloting, co-piloting, learning to operate, or serving as a …
Jed Hoyer confirms money the big issue in David DeJesus trade
Well, this doesn’t make me too confident in the Cubs financial situation. Cubs GM Hoyer confirms money the big issue in moving DeJesus. Saves 2.5 mil. Hoyer left door open for DeJesus return if option not picked up — Jesse Rogers (@ESPNChiCubs) August 19, 2013 I guess we can cross off any of the top free agents this offseason. I’m …
What The Hell: Cubs Trade DeJesus to Nationals
David DeJesus was just traded to the Washington Nationals. Why on earth did this happen?
Cubs trade David DeJesus to Nationals
According to Jon Heyman, the Cubs have traded David DeJesus to the Washington Nationals for a player to be named later. DeJesus spent a sizable amount of time on the DL this season, but in his year plus with the Cubs, he gave the Cubs a bit more than they paid for. No word on whether there is money involved …
Arodys Vizcaino May Pitch in the Arizona Fall League
After a slow recovery from Tommy John surgery, Arodys Vizcaino may pitch in the Arizona Fall League.
Jen-Ho Tseng Headed Down Under; Complete Cubs IFA News
Jen-Ho Tseng officially signs with the Cubs and heads to Australia. Luis Encarnacion agrees to terms with the Phillies. A look at the Cubs’ strategy for the IFA period.
Jose Dariel Abreu Stats, Video, and Cuban Comps
Jose Dariel Abreu Stats. A look at Jose Abreu’s statistics in Cuba’s la Serie Nacional and a comparison to other recent Cuban defectors such as Yoenis Cespedes and Yasiel Puig.
Jose Dariel Abreu Defects, Alexander Guerrero Bidding Still Open
Cuban slugger Jose Dariel Abreu has defected. The bidding on Alexander Guerrero is ongoing. Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez’s deal with the Phillies has hit a snag.