11-03-2009, 02:07 PM
On a case by case basis you can make an argument for giving a 2-3 year deal to some mediocre player or 2. The problem with the Cubs is that we do this for half of the bench and bullpen. It all adds up after a while to something meaningful, and it does prevent us from having the flexibility to add an everyday player or eating whatever portion of Bradley's remaining contract will be necessary.