First off, the Cubs paid $2-$3 million per year more than other clubs were reportedly offering. Also, they game him an 8 year contract. That is crazy for someone who is already 31 years old. No way 5 years from now he is worth $17 million. Secondly, the Cubs have a lot of needs that they need to address. I understand that they were trying to make a big splash and give their fans some hope, but the fact is that they need starting pitching. They could have used that $17 million and signed Zito, a proven lefty, to go along with Zambarno and Hill.
Now, the Cubs offense may be a lot more potent than it was yesterday, but I can't even name another starter on the team. A very questionable move from Hendry.
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