[CBoller1331]

Quote: Originally Posted by kinsmen7

Someone mentioned the Russell for Machado trade earlier. I just really think at this point Manny is going to test FA IRL. To me, given their lack of a farm at this point, a deal starts with Schwarber/Alzolay. I just don't think you can give up a premium position player that has been pretty good (Russell) and then see Manny walk two months later.

Agreed. That logic combined with the fact that Epstein in really big on Schwarber and most of the other young MLB talent the cubs have is why realistically I don't see this as the best fit