Cubs reportedly one of the many teams showing interest in LHP J.A. Happ With the uncertainty surrounding the injured Yu Darvish and the season-long struggles of Kyle Hendricks, Tyler Chatwood and Jose Quintana, the Cubs are believed to be looking for ways to improve the rotation. Theo Epstein recently said the answers to the problems in the rotation would likely have to come from within, meaning Hendricks, Chatwood and Quintana must start performing to expectations. But even with Epstein’s … [Read more...]
Names Surface in Rumored Cubs-Orioles Talks Over Manny Machado
Cubs reportedly talking to Orioles about shortstop/third baseman Manny Machado With the Orioles on the South Side playing the White Sox this week, the Manny Machado to the Cubs rumors have dominated the headlines. While Joe Maddon’s team searches for consistency, every mainstream news outlet has done its best to link Machado to the Cubs. Machado is one of the best offensive players in the game. Right now, the Cubs are struggling in just about every facet of the game. And if the rotation … [Read more...]
Manny Machado Reportedly Cubs Main Trade Target
Orioles’ shortstop Manny Machado is reportedly Cubs main target at the deadline According to a report from Jon Heyman, the Cubs “will take a look at acquiring superstar Manny Machado” before the July 31 trade deadline. Heyman is also hearing that Machado is “the Cubs’ main target” as the front office looks to improve the roster. The Cubs are one of many teams believed to be interested in Machado, who returned to shortstop this year and is having an excellent start to a difficult season for … [Read more...]
Cubs Looking for Veteran Help in the Outfield
Cubs reportedly looking for veteran outfielder … Ian Happ could be on the verge of being sent down to Iowa Even with four regular outfielders, plus Ben Zobrist, Kris Bryant and Willson Contreras, the Cubs are believed to be looking for a veteran outfielder that can play all three spots, especially late in games as a defensive replacement. The Cubs have two excellent defenders on the roster in Albert Almora Jr. and Jason Heyward. But Joe Maddon has, for some reason, refused to hand over the … [Read more...]
Cubs Reportedly Showing Interest in Denard Span
The Cubs’ offense has not performed to expectations this season. And the front office could be looking for a spark at the top of the lineup. With the Kyle Schwarber leadoff experiment not producing results and the young slugger in Triple-A attempting to get back on track, the Cubs have not found a way to put runs on the board on a consistent basis. Joe Maddon has inserted the likes of Anthony Rizzo, the ‘greatest leadoff hitter of all-time,’ and Willson Contreras at the top of his lineup, but … [Read more...]
Cubs Reportedly Agree to Terms with Brett Anderson
Cubs reportedly agree to terms with free agent LHP Brett Anderson … Deal is pending a physical According to Ken Rosenthal, the Cubs have agreed to terms on a contract with free agent left-hander Brett Anderson. The deal is pending a physical and believed to have a low base salary for the upcoming season with an incentives package. Terms of the contract with Anderson, that depends on a physical, have not surfaced. Anderson flew to Chicago on Monday night to presumably take a physical and … [Read more...]
Tyson Ross Reportedly Reviewing Options as Cubs Continue Pursuit
Tyson Ross reportedly reviewing his options as Cubs continues pursuit of right-hander Reports have indicated at least 20 teams have checked in with free agent right-hander Tyson Ross. The Cubs have reportedly shown the most interest in Ross this off-season as he recovers from surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. Ross had the surgery in October, which has a four- to six-month recovery time. The Cubs have been trying to acquire Ross for at least 18 months. The Cubs know what Ross could add … [Read more...]
Cubs are One of at Least 20 Teams In on Tyson Ross
Cubs, Rangers, Indians, Padres and Pirates are reportedly among at least 20 teams interested in RHP Tyson Ross The Cubs had Tyson Ross in Chicago last week for a free agent visit as the front office continues its pursuit of the right-hander. The Cubs are believed to have shown the most interest of any team in Ross this off-season but he is garnering a lot of attention according to Jon Heyman. The Cubs are one of at least 20 teams in the mix for Ross. Heyman reported the Rangers, Indians, … [Read more...]
Cubs Reportedly the Mystery Team on Brad Ziegler Before Veteran Reliever Signed with Marlins
Cubs reportedly the ‘mystery team’ that was heavily involved in talks with RHP Brad Ziegler before he landed a two-year contract with Marlins The front office is still looking to address the bullpen this winter. Jon Heyman provided further proof that the Cubs would still like to add relievers to the mix. After signing LHP Brian Duensing and RHP Koji Uehara and acquiring LHP Caleb Smith and RHP Wade Davis, the Cubs were “heavily involved” in talks with RHP Brad Ziegler before he signed a … [Read more...]
Report: Cubs Appear to be the Team with the Most Interest in Tyson Ross
Cubs reportedly seem the most interested in Tyson Ross The Cubs pursuit of free agent right-hander Tyson Ross continued to make news over the weekend. Ross was in Chicago last week, according to Bruce Levine, talking to the Cubs and taking the free agent tour. The Cubs were immediately linked to Ross as soon as the Padres non-tendered earlier this month. Based on the reports, the Cubs have strong interest in signing Tyson Ross. Nick Cafardo reported Saturday (for his Sunday Notes Column) … [Read more...]
