CHICAGO — On the edge of MLB’s trade deadline last Tuesday, CHICAGO Chicago Cubs Jed Hoyer, president of baseball operations, made the following decision: Trade catcher Willson Contreras For what he felt was below market value. Or keep him and possibly get an additional draft pick if Contreras is a free agent at season’s end. … Read more
ST. LOUIS – In the end Chicago Cubs Jed Hoyer, president and CEO of baseball operations couldn’t find another team to play his All-Star catcher/left fielder. Willson Contreras And Ian Happ Despite weeks of speculation, the Cubs will be the Cubs for now. Hoyer stated, “We never crossed this threshold.” Hoyer was referring to making … Read more
Welcome to trade deadline day. On Monday we finally saw a rush of activity, so let’s hope that the momentum continues into what should have been a busy day. The deadline is at 6 p.m. ET. This gives Padres GM A.J. Preller can swing a deal… or three… for a few extra hours. The drama … Read more
CHICAGO — The trade deadline is fast approaching for long-time catcher. Willson Contreras He was the beneficiary of many standing ovations Tuesday at Wrigley Field, in what could have been his final home match. Chicago Cubs uniform. Contreras, who is now 30, has been with the team since he was 16. He will become a … Read more
CHICAGO — CubsDavid Ross, manager, praised the catcher Willson ContrerasOn Sunday, he spoke up because he felt tightness in his right hip. Contreras left Saturday’s 7-6 lossThe Arizona DiamondbacksHe was injured while running the bases during the third inning. Contreras was unable to play in the series finale against Diamondbacks because of his injury. Ross … Read more
It’s down to the last pair that is the center of all the intrigue surrounding free-agent shortstops. Soon after the conclusion of the next collective bargaining deal, Carlos Correa Trevor StorySigning whopper deals will be my next move. a lotThe sport’s transactional emphasis will shift to a new position — third base, including the No.1 … Read more