What do ya think about the Cubs possibly sigining Alfonso Soriano?
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Soriano will make a difference in that club, Good move on the Cubbies part, and I'm a die hard White Sox fan.
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There will be a big push to sign Soriano; could either replace Valentin at 2nd or Floyd in left.  Not too many quality 2nd baseman on the FA market - Loretta or Ray Durham may be a 2nd/3rd choice.\n\nMets could go after any number of outfielders to replace Floyd in left.  I like Gary Matthews Jr for his defense and breakout offensive year and/or hone Chavez to be an everyday player.  I think Milledge will be dangled in a trade for a front-line pitcher - Glavine might be headed back to Atlanta for his 300th win.  Heilman may be on his way out also.  \n\nZito is a proven winner and might be worth the gamble, all depends on how well the shoulder surgery went.  I like Brad Radke, Twins, Jeff Suppan, Cards, and Eaton and Padilla of the Rangers.  Mets need to work on a healthier rotation in 2007.  The rest of the position players are pretty well set - not sure about Shawn Green in rightfield.\n\nJust don't understand Billy Wagner's performance in the playoffs!?  It seemed like he was throwing 400 ft softballs.
610448
MLB realizes that they're in a mess with this whole steriod thing, which includes both McGwire and Sosa. They're trying to be hush-hush as much as possible and hope it will go away. But with Bonds now chasing the all-time HR record, that's not gonna happen.
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Yes, I agree. Torre's corporate management style has run it's course. The guys just do not seem to be having fun anymore. They always seem like guys just going to work, there's no fire. If you look at the rivals, the Mets are having a blast, they're always smiling & laughing, and they're having fun. Same with the Red Sox, especially the 2004 Red Sox, laughing & winning. It's a game, not just a business. \n\nI also agree re Sweet Lou, he would definitely bring some life to the Yankees, there might be some drama (there always is w/Pinella), but he would shake things up. Besides, Steinbrenner always likes hiring people from his past, and Steinbrenner & Lou have the history.
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I think the trade might actually go through because Prior hasn't been performing up to his expectations as a star pitcher. It's either injury here or freak accident there. Though it should help the Cubs recover, the trade is nonetheless disappointing for Cubs fans who own Prior shirts.
1161986
Get their key players back from injury. Put Kerry Wood in the bullpen. Trading for Soriano may help. I can't see that there's any pitching help on the horizon. I think the Cubs may give up on the season soon and start trading away players instead of trying to pick up help.
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Soriano and Thome is prettly sure gonna pass him and with the injury it takes awhile for a swing to come-back but whens he does it will be close with somebody other not Soriano or Thome for the Homerun Title.
779951
Ummmmm.....the Cubs couldn't do that trade, since Aramis Ramirez filed for free agency this week.  Tough to trade a guy who's not on your team.
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If they're given enough time, eventually. It probably won't happen anytime in the extremely new future, but trades and talent can turn any franchise around. It's just that it's taking the Cubs longer than anyone to turn it around. Eventually, rest assured.
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As many have already said\nthe addition of Sheffield will only shore up thier offense.\nThey need a lead-off hitter who can get on base, Granderson was ok there---but he strikes out too much for that spot.\n\nAs it stands now (before the winter meetings) I think they have a good shot of making the play-offs. Division or wild card. I am sure The Twins will be there as well.\n\nJemery Bonderman will only get better.\nJustin Verlander threw more innings last year then he ever has.\nThat might hurt him some in '07.\nBut, hopefully he doesnt fall to that "sophmore jinx"\nWith Zumaya out of the bullpen, throwing 102 mph, will help.\n\nBrandon Inge needs to buy a hitting bat, not a swinging one.\nMags, Pudge, and Guillen need to stay healthy if they are going to make a run at it.\nThey pitching looks good, and good pitching will beat good hitting.\nOf course, that is assuming they will produce as well as last year. Which is not always the case. Just ask the white sox.\n\nRe-signing Sean Casey was a smart move. His left handed bat will be well suited for that right field fence.\nChris Shelton is a question mark. No one knows for sure where he will end up. If he does well in spring training (which, btw, is only 75 days away for pitchers and catchers to report) he might have a roster spot. Chances are Shelton will end up in Toledo for most of the year to work on his swing.\n\nI look forward to playing The Yankees again, where i know it wont be easy. They will want to get even next year, and it will be fun to watch them play.\n\nWhatever happens, I doubt they finish under .500!\nIt will be nice to see them contend for several years, even if they dont win the WC or division, because after 12 years in a row of being under .500 Tiger fans deserve a good decent team.\n\nI know I babble a lot about The Tigers (cant help it! I'm a Tiger fan for life!) but I think they will be good, and make the playoffs.
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I'm a bit nervous how he'll hold up. He was saying just last week that there is still some pain in the wrist. Apparently it's normal, but he was supposed to have more than just a 1 game rehab assignment. Due to injuries to Bynum and Womack, however, he got rushed up to the Cubs. For whatever it's worth, I don't see the fortunes of Chicago changing, though, with his presence. They've dug themselves a hole that I just can't see them climbing out of.
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If they're given enough time, eventually.  It probably won't happen anytime in the extremely new future, but trades and talent can turn any franchise around.  It's just that it's taking the Cubs longer than anyone to turn it around.  Eventually, rest assured.
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I'd be surprised if someone doesn't pick up Dusty.  The A's should seriously consider it.  It's not his fault the Cubs couldn't stay healthy.  You can't win races without the right horses.
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If the Orioles trade him, I'll be disappointed.  They are the team i pull for from the American League, and all they really need is some starting pitching, and trading their best offensive player could bring them that, i do agree, but they could also trade somebody else like hernandez, roberts, etc for starting pitching and still have the best SS in the game on their team.
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I believe they still have a shot. Alot of good veteran players on that team. And I remember last season when they were almost out of the picture but came all the way back to make it to the world series. Anytime you put a class act like Clemens on your team and in your locker room it can't be a bad move .Even if he doesn't pitch as good as he used to he can still help your team. And you never know , he may end up throwing like the rocket of his younger days.
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That rotation would be good enough to make the Cubs contenders in the NL Central.\n\nZambrano is a bona fide ace, and I think Padilla-Meche is a very solid 2-3 combo.  The question marks would be those last three - Rich Hill is an enigma, Wade Miller hasn't pitched a full year since 2003, and Prior's medical problems are well-documented.\n\nEven with those question marks, I think the Cubs could contend.  I'd like to see them upgrade the leadoff spot - having Pierre leave should help - and let Soriano and Zambrano bring those first couple of hitters in the order home.
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Well I dont know trade wise, because they dont have a TON of young talent to dish out. There lineup is very solid, and I think thats a huge strong point. The thing I would say is that tey will probably look to the free agent market, having said that the market isn't exactly teeming with great pitchers. Mulder, Zito, Suppan, Marquis. I mean if they are willing to spend the money they can get someone, and all they need in my opinion is one more dominant starter and they could give the NL Central a run for there money.