Before the start of last season, were we a team that had a ton of potential MLBer in the farm, but not any (or a lot) of potential all stars. I wish the report on this was more clear, but I wouldn't say we have a "lack of talent".

Here is the quote from MLBTR:
"•Cubs execs Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer are alarmed by the lack of minor league talent in their own system, so trading Garza might appeal to them. The Yankees, one possible suitor for the right-hander, have had concerns about Garza’s ability to handle New York in the past, Rosenthal reports."

"If Pujols takes 10-year offer from Miami, look for Cubs to try and acquire 1B Gaby Sanchez, who fits their long term gameplan"

So, thinking about this, I wouldn't object fully to this idea. What says the BCB crew?

Interesting take from Jeff Passan and he hit the nail on the head when talking about the Cubs:

"19. Chicago Cubs, who had every reason to gut their roster and held onto … Reed Johnson(notes)? Jeff Baker(notes)? Sean Marshall(notes)? Matt Garza(notes)? Everyone except Starlin Castro(notes)? Jim Hendry, who once negotiated a contract as he was having a stent put in his chest, should’ve at least tried what Wade did: make an attempt to steer the ship the right way in the future, even if it’s for another GM. He didn’t. And so the Cubs, too, are the worst kind of losers: the ones who won’t trade Reed Johnson. In the same vein but not nearly as bad are the …"

Now, I don't think we should have traded Garza, unless he brought back more than what he cost, and I would rather keep Marshall and dump Marmol.

"The Rays designated Leslie Anderson for assignment to create roster space for Manny Ramirez and Johnny Damon, according to Marc Topkin of the St. Petersburg Times (on Twitter). The Rays designated outfielder Justin Ruggiano for assignment in a related move earlier today.

The Rays officially signed Anderson, a Cuban defector, to a four-year, $1.725MM contract in April. At the time, Rays director of international operations Carlos Alfonso said the 28-year-old was appealing "because of his athleticism, and the fact that he can play all three outfield positions, as well as first base."

Anderson reached Triple-A last year, hitting .302/.359/.442 with 31 extra base hits across three levels. The left-handed hitter split his time between first base and left field."

Anyone else think we should take a look at this? He can play 3 OF positions and 1B. He could be a great backup player to have in AAA in case there is an injury in the bigs.

I see this as the GM holding on to hope and the manager thinking the season is over. I guess Piniella has thrown in the towel. Bring up Sandberg ASAP.

Park could be a middle relief guy that brings a vetern arm into the pen. I would not give him a bunch of money, but his health has been better than say, Calero's.

Could this be our 5th OF?

If the Bradley for Burrell deal happens, do you think we could get Castillo and Pagan for Burrell?

Who is Tom Gorzelanny?