DaDeacs
Dickie Hemric
Reading a lot of stuff on Willson Contreras being actively shopped, from people that should have decent sources. I dont necessarily like it, but I understand it. He is basically a top 5 offensive catcher, with upside, and a bottom 5 defensive catcher if you factor in his lack of framing. Injuries are what hurt him the most - 2017 and this year he looked like a world beater at times, gets hurt, comes back and isn't the same hitter. He's still young, has 3 years of control and is cheap - he would fetch a bunch.
Replacing him is an issue - Amaya is on the farm, but probably still at least two years out. Vic is ok, but not great - would probably need to get someone that hits righties to platoon with him for at least 2020/2021. Dunno, I think Contreras brings more than just his numbers - but the Cubs are missing a few pieces and could use help rebuilding the system, so if you can move him for a couple arms with potential and someone to help now, its not the worst idea.
Also, the normal talking heads are saying that at least one of the big time guys with 1 year left of arb are going to be moved this year - Lindor, Betts and KB. Betts is a perfect fit on this team, but I cant see them backing up the truck for 1 year and no guarantee of a long term contract. Also, could potentially see them punt FA this year and go all in on Betts next year, but that is a gamble. Have seen some stuff on a Lindor trade too, but that move would be a Nico, Happ plus at least 1 other high piece for 1 year of Frankie, probably not worth.
Replacing him is an issue - Amaya is on the farm, but probably still at least two years out. Vic is ok, but not great - would probably need to get someone that hits righties to platoon with him for at least 2020/2021. Dunno, I think Contreras brings more than just his numbers - but the Cubs are missing a few pieces and could use help rebuilding the system, so if you can move him for a couple arms with potential and someone to help now, its not the worst idea.
Also, the normal talking heads are saying that at least one of the big time guys with 1 year left of arb are going to be moved this year - Lindor, Betts and KB. Betts is a perfect fit on this team, but I cant see them backing up the truck for 1 year and no guarantee of a long term contract. Also, could potentially see them punt FA this year and go all in on Betts next year, but that is a gamble. Have seen some stuff on a Lindor trade too, but that move would be a Nico, Happ plus at least 1 other high piece for 1 year of Frankie, probably not worth.