December 2011
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Theo Epstein Adds More Detail to the Circumstances Upon Which Carlos Zambrano Could Return to the Cubs
It still doesn’t seem likely, but Epstein wants to make sure everyone knows it’s possible.
A Little More on the Cubs’ Rule 5 Pick, Lendy Castillo
The Cubs took a chance on a high upside reliever yesterday in the Rule 5 Draft. He’s got the stuff, but it’s a long way from A-ball to the bigs.
Theo Epstein Thinks About Things Differently and Other Bullets
Pujols leaving the Central meant something different to Epstein. Everybody’s mum on Darvish, more Rule 5 Draft info, Jim Hendry’s ready to return, and the Epstein compensation fight marches on.
Chicago Cubs Trade DJ LeMahieu and Tyler Colvin to the Rockies for Ian Stewart and Casey Weathers
Seems like quite a bit to give up for a third baseman who hasn’t done anything in two years.
Lukewarm Stove: About Those Matt Garza/Texas Rangers Trade Discussions
Yes, they’re talking. And, yes, the Cubs are asking for a huge return.
Winter Meetings Thursday Mid-Day: Just Another Quiet Day, Right?
The biggest positional domino (Albert Pujols) and the biggest pitching domino (CJ Wilson) just fell. So, where do things stand for the Cubs on a number of rumors?
Multiple Reports: Albert Pujols Will Sign with the Los Angeles Angels
Ten years, $250 to $260 million. And a full no-trade clause. St. Louis weeps.
Thoughts, Quotes, and Reactions to the Acquisition of Ian Stewart
By Brett on December 9, 2011
You know, for a relatively minor deal, there is a whole lot of acrimony. Is it deserved? What’s the future for Ian Stewart, and our faith in Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer?
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