DaDeacs
Dickie Hemric
Guys on the telecast last night questioned how the Cubs could not sign Rizzo to a long term deal, calling him the heart and soul of the team. Apparently has been very active in the community with COVID related assistance, etc. surely they get a deal done?
Rizzo said he closed the door on the negotiations and that he gave the Cubs enough time. Jed's comments made it seem like the negotiations were still going on.
KB and Baez have both publicly said they are still open to negotiating. Jed made a comment about Baez saying they are working towards something, and he made a passing remark about staying in touch with Boras. Rumor mill thought Rizzo would get done and likely Baez - but haven't heard much of anything come out in the last couple of weeks.
Cubs look like the can stay in thick of it this year with a very pedestrian NL central. The Brewers are likely the favorites, but they have no offense. The Cards and Reds both look average. My guess is Jed pulls the trigger and moves KB and whoever else he can unless the Cubs are in first or playing well and in close contention. If they are playing like they are now, he moves everyone.
Can you imagine what this team would look like with Yu instead of Davies? Still baffled by just trading Yu, but with KB and Kimbrels value down, probably didnt get what he wants - but they have both been great so far. Gotta assume they are the first two to go unless Cubs go on a run.