December 2011
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New Chicago Cubs Prospect Casey Weathers is Worth a Look
Though already 26, there are reasons to be hopeful for Weathers’ future. He’s certainly got an arm on him.
Obsessive Prince Fielder Watch: The Cubs Are “Definitely” in the Mix for Prince Fielder
The Cubs, of course, are not alone in their pursuit of the 27-year-old first baseman.
Cubs Are Interested in at Least Two of Yesterday’s Non-Tenders: Luke Scott and Joe Saunders
Scott is seen as a possible fall-back option at first base, and Saunders could be a solid back-of-the-rotation starter. Other non-tender notes, including tendered first baseman, Kendrys Morales.
So Very Many Third Basemen and Other Bullets
A visual depiction of Cubs’ 3B in the 30 years between Santo and Ramirez. Matt Garza could be in line for an extension, Carlos Zambrano is back to what he loves, and Robert Coello is gone.
Cubs’ Tender Decisions: Everyone Gets a Contract Except Koyie Hill
The Cubs tendered contracts to everyone eligible except back-up catcher Koyie Hill.
Bon Voyage: Aramis Ramirez Will Sign with the Milwaukee Brewers
He’s expected to get three years at $10 to $12 million per year.
Lukewarm Stove: Morales, Cespedes, Moreland, Garza, Darvish, Santana, Headley
The latest news and rumors from around the league, touching on the Chicago Cubs. Bits on Kendrys Morales, Yoenis Cespedes, Matt Garza, Ervin Santana, and more.
