According to MLBTradeRumors.com, the Cubs wouldn't mind exploring the possibilty of acquiring Joe Nathan of the Twins, if he is available. This is kind of odd considering we have Marmol, Howry, and Wood all lined up to be fighting for the closer position. According to George Ofman of WSCR radio 670 out of Chicago, the Twins would have an asking price of Marmol and another young prospect in return for the 33 year old righty.Nathan pitched in the World Baseball Classic in 2006 and pitched three innings with a 0.00 ERA .Nathan, a former all-star, went 4-2 with an ERA of 1.88 and 37 saves in 2007.
I have mixed feelings about this rumored deal. I don't like it because we are giving up a young stud in Marmol. On the other hand I wouldn't mind it if we can get him on an extension after the season is over, if we didn't resign him i think it would be a waste.
2 comments:
That would be a horrible deal. I like the idea of adding Nathan just at a more reasonable price. Marmol is too much to give up as it is for someone who's age is 33 and in the LAST YEAR of his contract. Marmol is a young stud who will be one of the main building blocks of the cubs bulpen now and in the present future. Give them back Tim Lahey and a couple of low to mid prospects for him and through in Murton to draw their interest a little.
It alll depends i would never trade Marmol it would be pointless
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