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Cubs in '22
Dave23:
Let's talk shortstops...
Looking at our team for next season, slugging is definitely a need.
Any interest in Trevor Story? Why or why not? What kind of deal will he get?
Other than the strikeouts, what are his negatives? He seems to do everything pretty well.
He turns 29 in November, so will play all of next season as a 29 yo...
CUBluejays:
Story apparently has arm issues. His velocity on his throws is down, 37% Outs of Average. His offense this year is down too. wRC+ 84. That said is ext velocity, LA and expected stats are fine. Throw in a QO and I think the Cubs pass. 2022 is going to be more about prospects than established stars.
Deeg:
This Baez kid out of NY is an impending FA, reportedly likes the Cubs organization. Lot of swing and miss but incredible baseball instincts and GG-caliber SS defense plus versatility, and 40-HR power. Maybe get him at a discount coming off two down offensive years?
ben:
Baez does stuff that stat heads and the rest of us don't like, but he also does unique stuff that managers and the rest of us love that help win games!
And he oozes confidence, which seems to be at least somewhat contagious.
And he puts butts in seats, which has a major impact on Cub budgets, as we've all been reminded (the hard way)!
I'll hope he will agree to a reasonable-length contract (primarily because of back issues) and I'll hope that, somehow, we can re-sign him.
But I certainly doubt that will happen.
Deeg:
Back issues?
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