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The World Series should never go into November to begin with.

I believe that 60-day IL becomes available on 2/15 when pitchers and catchers report.

As there is typically a lag of several days from reports that Player X “to sign with” a club and the later “official” club-announced signing, we’re getting close to a date when another FA might reportedly come to an agreement with Cubs without Cubs having to DFA a current 40-man player. So, that’s a good thing.

Thanks, reb.  Yeah, at this point it would be unwise to formally/administratively finalize a deal prior to the 60-day date.   I wonder if Hoyer has a deal (or more) all done and ready, just waiting for that date? 

Jon Heyman @JonHeyman
Ken Giles will be throwing a bullpen for interested teams this tomorrow at ASU in Tempe 9:15-10 am. Medicals will be provided upon request. 15 plus teams are expected.

Giles seems like he could be the 2023 version of David Robertson. Both have always been really good relievers. Like Robertson at this time last year, Giles is two years past TJ surgery and only threw a handful of innings in his first year back. I wouldn't be surprised if the Cubs go pretty strong after him if he looks good tomorrow. 

Instead of signing Ken Giles, Jed would be better off putting a loaded revolver in his mouth and pulling the trigger.

Giles was really good in 2019. So, “due diligence” is scouting his workout. Why not.

He’s 32, so exactly 1/3 of Curt’s age.

Closer to 1/4.