Cubs Planning "Complete and Total Rebuild"

[brett05]

Originally Posted by Rice Cube

He's a relatively inexpensive player who plays adequate defense in CF and would be plus in LF/RF. That's the value really. He wouldn't bring back a knock-em-dead prospect package, but he'll get something. Plus trading him opens up spots for Brett Jackson and whoever else surprises out of spring training.

Huge benefit for the Cubs to move him, but he's a poor man Bobby Abreu and Bobby didn't get a lot of action which is why I don't see Byrd as an asset

[Rice Cube]

Originally Posted by brett05

Huge benefit for the Cubs to move him, but he's a poor man Bobby Abreu and Bobby didn't get a lot of action which is why I don't see Byrd as an asset

Bobby costs more and is older, which means he's basically useful as a DH and no longer OF. So it's a bit different.

Byrd isn't a superstar, but a guy who can play all three OF spots serviceably is useful.

[brett05]

Originally Posted by Rice Cube

Bobby costs more and is older, which means he's basically useful as a DH and no longer OF. So it's a bit different.

Byrd isn't a superstar, but a guy who can play all three OF spots serviceably is useful.

Not Bobby now, check him out after the Yankees.

[X-Factor]

Originally Posted by Rice Cube

Bobby costs more and is older, which means he's basically useful as a DH and no longer OF. So it's a bit different.

Byrd isn't a superstar, but a guy who can play all three OF spots serviceably is useful.

I think if we want anything in return for Byrd (even if he's included in a bigger deal) we'll have to eat half his salary.

[brett05]

Originally Posted by X-Factor

I think if we want anything in return for Byrd (even if he's included in a bigger deal) we'll have to eat half his salary.

Perhaps, but his salary isn't all that high so eating it I don't think gets you a usable prospect.

[X-Factor]

Originally Posted by brett05

Perhaps, but his salary isn't all that high so eating it I don't think gets you a usable prospect.

Just talked to one of my cousins...big Cincy fan. Said that they can't take on anymore salary and give prospects...but they need a CF and like Byrd.

just fwiw.

[Rice Cube]

Bobby got a 2-year deal worth $19MM after he left the Yankees. His option for $9MM should have vested for 2012. He's a corner outfielder turned DH who can get on base still. He was also 34 (going on 35) when he signed with the Angels. Byrd isn't that good at getting on base but plays a premium position (CF) well enough to stick there and is cheap. There's value to be had even if he sucks compared to Abreu. I don't think you should compare the two though.

[X-Factor]

MLBTR's live chat says the Cubs won't go into full-rebuild.

fwiw.

MLBTR Chat - Live Blog Live Blogging

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[Rice Cube]

Originally Posted by X-Factor

MLBTR's live chat says the Cubs won't go into full-rebuild.

fwiw.

MLBTR Chat - Live Blog Live Blogging

3:42

It'll just be a build because this team has more holes in it than Roberto Luongo

[X-Factor]

Originally Posted by Rice Cube

It'll just be a build because this team has more holes in it than Roberto Luongo

Theo's really in a good spot...the division's not gonna be great...so 70-75 games is possible while we re-tool the farm.