MLB News & Notes (other than Cubs or Sox)

[Andy]

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What's the delay, hurry up and sign Milt.
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The Marquis trade needs to be finalized first.
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What's the hitch in that then?
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I would guess it's coming down to how much the Cubs are going to pay of Marquis salary. Just that's entirely a guess.