EPISODE · Nov 23, 2019 · 15 MIN
Ep. 299: Laying out a Báez extension and why Contreras’ value spiked
from Cubs Talk Podcast · host Chicago Sports Network
On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan gives his thoughts on what a Javier Báez extention could look like. He also discusses how Yasmani Grandal signing with the White Sox increases Willson Contreras' trade value. 1:25 - Will Cubs and Javy Báez agree on a contract extension? 3:44 - If Báez doesn't want to commit long term, do Cubs trade him now? 6:15 - Kap gives his proposed deal that Báez could accept. 8:41 - Will Cubs lock up other key players with same type of mentality? 10:52 - Will Cubs be willing to trade Willson Contreras? 11:55 - With Grandal to the White Sox, teams might be more willing to part with their best prospects with Contreras in a deal.
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On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan gives his thoughts on what a Javier Báez extention could look like. He also discusses how Yasmani Grandal signing with the White Sox increases Willson Contreras' trade value.1:25 - Will Cubs and Javy Báez agree on a contract extension?3:44 - If Báez doesn't want to commit long term, do Cubs trade him now?6:15 - Kap gives his proposed deal that Báez could accept.8:41 - Will Cubs lock up other key players with same type of mentality?10:52 - Will Cubs be willing to trade Willson Contreras?11:55 - With Grandal to the White Sox, teams might be more willing to part with their best prospects with Contreras in a deal.
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