In recent years, the Chicago Cubs have failed to be aggressive during MLB free agency. They may have registered interest in top free agent options, but they have been unwilling to be the team that bids top dollar.
While there are some good aspects to that plan, the Cubs have failed to bring in players who could have pushed a World Series run. Even when they have made aggressive moves, they have opted against making a secondary win-now move.
Unfortunately, that has led to another drought in serious World Series contention.
Heading into this offseason, there was hope that Jed Hoyer and the front office might alter the usual approach. So far, that hasn’t been the case for Chicago.
With that in mind, Jordan Campbell of Cubbies Crib has fired off criticism at the team for refusing to set the market for a top-tier free agent.
“Gone are the days when we can expect the Cubs to set the market for a top free agent,” Campbell wrote. “We’ve had confirmation of that fact multiple times already this offseason. The Cubs weren’t willing to match the money involved in Dylan Cease’s and Devin Williams’ free-agent signings. While they could still spend beyond their comfort zone on a starting pitcher, it won’t be because they set the market.”
Campbell mentioned the Devin Williams situation, along with Dylan Cease. However, another report recently leaked that the Cubs had shown interest in star slugger Pete Alonso before he signed with the Baltimore Orioles.
Time after time, Chicago has opted for the safe approach. It simply hasn’t paid off for the franchise in terms of winning.
Fans are holding out hope that the Cubs might decide to go all-in on signing a player like Alex Bregman. While there is still a chance of that happening, no one should hold their breath.
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