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Is Taking on Bradley for Castillo Worth It?
Is Taking on Bradley for Castillo Worth It?
nybaseballdigest.com — James Kannengieser of Amazin Avenue put together a comprehensive Mets offseason plan . James roster doesn’t include... any of the big free agent names available this winter. The only qualms with the plan I have is at catcher with Greg Zaun, but that goes back to my preference for defense ... (more) Is Taking on Bradley for Castillo Worth It?
Any Deals for Jim Hendry on Black Friday?
Any Deals for Jim Hendry on Black Friday?
chicagocubsonline.com — On the day after Thanksgiving, will Jim Hendry make any progress on " Movin' Milton "? Reports... before the holiday indicated the Cubs remain focused on unloading Milton Bradley , which could clear a little necessary room on the payroll. Rumors have suggested the Cubs' payroll for 2010 will be ... (more) Any Deals for Jim Hendry on Black Friday?

Milton Bradley Latest Blog Posts

The Cubs Are Looking For a Centerfielder
4 hours ago at Foul Balls
Cubs Must Trade Bradley Before They Add Anything Else
7 hours ago at Another Cubs Blog
Buzz: Cubs want a CF, must move Milton First
7 hours ago at MetsBlog.com
Cubs Will Shop For An Outfield Bat
Is Taking on Bradley for Castillo Worth It?
Are the Cubs out on Castillo...
Are the Cubs out on Castillo...
metsfever.blogspot.com — After rumors swirled about the Mets and Cubs attempting to find a third team, so the Cubs... could dump the volatile Bradley and the Mets could rid themselves of fan scapegoat Castillo, it appeared that the Cubs really wanted Castillo for 2B. Chicago Tribune has an article today in which it ... (more) Are the Cubs out on Castillo...
What they need: Cubs
umpbump.com — The Cubbies entered the off-season with precious little room for error, due to their already bloated payroll... and long term salary commitments, and they’ve already erred by committing two-years and $7.5 million to lefty John Grabow, who walked five batters every nine innings last season.  ... (more) What they need: Cubs
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Rays Not Absolutely Crazy About Bradley
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Rays Not Absolutely Crazy About Bradley
bleachernation.com — In case it needed stating explicitly, the Tampa Bay Rays are not exactly making Milton Bradley their... offseason priority. They’ll take him if the Cubs eat enough money, but they aren’t going to go out of their way to get the guy. And in case you didn’t already know all of ... (more) Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Rays Not Absolutely Crazy ...
Chicago Cubs: Looking Forward to 2010 ... The Reserves and Rumored Additions
Chicago Cubs: Looking Forward to 2010 ... The Reserves and Rumored Additions
chicagocubsonline.com — Monday it was the Starting Eight . Tuesday it was Lou Piniella's Pitching Staff and the third... and final part on the CCO's look at the early projections for 2010 ... The Reserves and Rumored Additions . The Cubs' off-season appears to be centered on where (and when) Jim Hendry will trade ... (more) Chicago Cubs: Looking Forward to 2010 ... The Reserves ...
Jim Hendry’s Christmas Wish List
Jim Hendry’s Christmas Wish List
blog.cubhub.net — A CubHub.net exclusive! We have intercepted Jim Hendry’s Christmas wish list ! Yes, even the Cubs GM... makes requests of Santa Claus and the Clark-Addison Cubs fan blog has obtained his 2009 Christmas wishes. Sources familiar with the matter indicate Mr. Hendry has petitioned Jolly ... (more) Jim Hendry’s Christmas Wish List
Minaya, Hendry scouring for suckers
Minaya, Hendry scouring for suckers
tedquarters.net — OK, so first there were rumors of a three-team deal between the Mets, Cubs and Blue Jays... that would send Luis Castillo to the Cubs, Milton Bradley to the Blue Jays, and Lyle Overbay to the Mets. Then someone bothered asking the Blue Jays and it was ... (more) Minaya, Hendry scouring for suckers
OMGranderson Watch: Granderson is a Perfect Fit for the Cubs
OMGranderson Watch: Granderson is a Perfect Fit for the Cubs
bleachernation.com — Or so says the Chicago Tribune’s Rick Morrissey : The Tigers center fielder is a wonderful baseball... player, and the Cubs should pursue a trade for him with the relentlessness of a Justice Department probe. His career numbers will tell you he’s a good performer — .272 ... (more) OMGranderson Watch: Granderson is a Perfect Fit for the Cubs
Where I’d Like To See Milton Bradley In 2010
Where I’d Like To See Milton Bradley In 2010
bugsandcranks.com — A blogger's look at where he would like to see Milton Bradley suit up in 2010.... (more) Where I’d Like To See Milton Bradley In 2010
Mariners, Tigers Trade Talks Stall
mlbtraderumors.com — Trade talks between the Mariners and Tigers have stalled, according to ESPN's Jerry Crasnick. Edwin Jackson and... Curtis Granderson have been discussed, but Crasnick's source finds a deal "pretty doubtful." Crasnick indicates that the Mariners were ... (more) Mariners, Tigers Trade Talks Stall
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Four to Six Teams Interested
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Four to Six Teams Interested
bleachernation.com — Many pundits would have been surprised weeks ago if you’d told them then that Milton Bradley would... still be a Cub now. But so it is. And unfortunately, so much of what the Cubs hope to accomplish this offseason is tied to what happens with Bradley - if they can’t cut some of his ... (more) Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Four to Six Teams Interested
Milton Bradley Wins Dubious Distinction
Milton Bradley Wins Dubious Distinction
bleachernation.com — It’s award season in MLB, and the disappointing Chicago Cubs didn’t figure to get much recognition. Except... the bad kind. Milton Bradley was named the Least Valuable Player in the NL by Sports Illustrated. Anyway, put it all together, and including those all-important ... (more) Milton Bradley Wins Dubious Distinction
Brett’s Top 10 Plots of the Winter Meetings (10-8)
Brett’s Top 10 Plots of the Winter Meetings (10-8)
bringingheat.com — With the winter meetings just around the corner, I’m going to be releasing my top ten stories... to follow throughout the best weekend of the entire winter for a baseball fan. This is obviously the place where the rumors fly, the GM’s get together to talk trade, and free agent talks ... (more) Brett’s Top 10 Plots of the Winter Meetings (10-8)
Cubs Get Called About Halladay; Milton Update
talkingchicagobaseball.com — Another day, another potential blockbuster rumor with little chance of happening. Cubs.com is reporting that the Blue... Jays called the Cubs about potentially making a deal for Roy Halladay. Normally a report like this would cause a ton of excitement, but the Cubs are in such poor financial shape ... (more) Cubs Get Called About Halladay; Milton Update
Cubs trade Heilman, add 2 years to Grabow's deal :
suntimes.com — The Cubs took two key steps in shaping their 2010 bullpen Thursday, even as they continue to... work and wait on their bigger offseason tasks of trading Milton Bradley and acquiring another outfielder. (more) Cubs trade Heilman, add 2 years to Grabow's deal :
Hold Onto Your Butts: The Chicago Cubs and Roy Halladay
Hold Onto Your Butts: The Chicago Cubs and Roy Halladay
bleachernation.com — In case I haven’t banged the drum loudly enough, the Chicago Cubs could stand to add a... starting pitcher. Ted Lilly’s return in 2010 will be delayed, and his performance will be uncertain. Rich Harden isn’t returning at all. Randy Wells is no lock to repeat his early success. ... (more) Hold Onto Your Butts: The Chicago Cubs and Roy Halladay
Cubs Rumor Round-Up: Halladay, Bradley
Cubs Rumor Round-Up: Halladay, Bradley
thecubreporter.com — - Muskat blogged that the Blue Jays contacted the Cubs about Roy Halladay. ...there's a catch. He's... owed $15.75 million in 2010, and the Blue Jays want some of the Cubs' top prospects. No. 1, the team can't take on Halladay's salary. The Blue Jays apparently have a wish list and ... (more) Cubs Rumor Round-Up: Halladay, Bradley
Rangers won't do three-way Bradley deal
hotstove.mlblogs.com — According to one report, the Rangers, Cubs and Mets are discussing a three-way trade. The deal has... the Rangers sending Kevin Millwood to the Mets, who would trade second baseman Luis Castillo the Cubs. To complete the trade, the Cubs... (more) Rangers won't do three-way Bradley deal
Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “Aaron, Go, Brah” Edition
Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “Aaron, Go, Brah” Edition
hirejimessian.com — As our good friend Paul Sullivan pointed out in his Twitter feed , we’re finally down an... Aaron (Heilman), and have only Miles left to purge. (HT: Luis) If I didn’t think Jim Hendry was going to trade Aramis, Marmol, Lee, Zambrano, and Lilly for Curtis Granderson, I might actually ... (more) Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “Aaron, Go, Brah” ...
Chicago Tribune: Three Way Deal Would Land Millwood in New York
Chicago Tribune: Three Way Deal Would Land Millwood in New York
nybaseballdigest.com — From the folks that brought you Dewey Defeats Truman comes a report that will hopefully turn out... truer: a three-way deal is being discussed that would land Kevin Millwood with the Mets, Luis Castillo with the Cubs and Milton Bradley with the Rangers, says Phil Rogers. Let’s analyze what ... (more) Chicago Tribune: Three Way Deal Would Land Millwood in ...
Cubs explore Bradley deal that would net Castillo
chicagobreakingsports.com — By Phil Rogers The Cubs continue trying to find ways to move Milton Bradley in packages that... would bring them second baseman Luis Castillo from the Mets. The latest, according to sources, is a three-team deal with the Rangers that would send send ... (more) Cubs explore Bradley deal that would net Castillo
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: The Rays Are the Favorite
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: The Rays Are the Favorite
bleachernation.com — According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today , the Tampa Bay Rays are now the heavy favorite... to swing a deal for Chicago Cubs outfielder Milton Bradley. You’ll recall, the en vogue rumor involving the Rays is a Bradley-Pat Burrell swap. The plan, thereafter, is for the Cubs to pawn Burrell ... (more) Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: The Rays Are the Favorite
Twitter / Bob Nightengale: #mlb The Tampa Bay Rays ha ...
Twitter / Bob Nightengale: #mlb The Tampa Bay Rays ha ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! #mlb The Tampa Bay Rays have become the clear-cut favorite to acquire... Milton Bradley from the Cubs about 1 hour ago from web BNightengale Bob Nightengale Footer 2009 Twitter About Us Contact Blog Status Goodies ... (more) Twitter / Bob Nightengale: #mlb The Tampa Bay Rays ha ...
Playing Good Idea/Bad Idea with the Cubs Offseason
Playing Good Idea/Bad Idea with the Cubs Offseason
baseballreflections.com — It’s really hard for me in the midst of a brutal Chicago Bears season to take a... step back and relive a brutal Cubs season. What a disappointment 2009 was for the Chicago Cubs . So much anticipation, so few results. I posted my thoughts on Derek Lee and his contributions ... (more) Playing Good Idea/Bad Idea with the Cubs Offseason
Rumor: Kevin Millwood for Milton Bradley
Rumor: Kevin Millwood for Milton Bradley
bringingheat.com — A new rumor has surfaced regarding the inevitable trade of Milton Bradley between the Rangers and Cubs... that would send Kevin Millwood to Chicago and Aaron Miles to Arlington along with Bradley. The rumor is being reported here , and as of now is not anything more than speculation. Let’s take ... (more) Rumor: Kevin Millwood for Milton Bradley
Cubs About to Sign Grabow
talkingchicagobaseball.com — You know what every team in a financial jam is doing this offseason? Signing middle relievers to... multi-year deals worth $7.5 million. What, you mean only the Cubs are doing that? Well it's true Bruce Levine is reporting that the Cubs expect to have the two-year deal done tomorrow, knocking off ... (more) Cubs About to Sign Grabow
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Milton to the Braves for Derek Lowe?
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Milton to the Braves for Derek Lowe?
bleachernation.com — Here at Bleacher Nation, we consider it our duty to report any and all rumors involving the... Chicago Cubs, no matter how unlikely. Frankly, that’s how we get involved in these obsessive watches. That said, many of the “rumors” are not, strictly speaking, actually rumors. They ... (more) Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Milton to the Braves for ...
Millwood or Burrell for Bradley ... or None of the Above for the Cubs
Millwood or Burrell for Bradley ... or None of the Above for the Cubs
chicagocubsonline.com — Zack Grienke became the first Kansas City Royal since Brett Saberhagen in 1985 to win the AL... Cy Young award on Tuesday . The NL and AL Managers of the Year will be announced on Wednesday . In between the debate and the rumors surrounding Curtis Granderson there is Milton Bradley . By all ... (more) Millwood or Burrell for Bradley ... or None of the Above ...
Granderson Price Likely Too Steep for Cubs
Granderson Price Likely Too Steep for Cubs
blog.cubhub.net — Well meaning Cubs fans are loudly advocating the team to dump Milton Bradley and move to acquire... Curtis Granderson to play center field and lead off for the 2010 Chicago Cubs. At first blush, perhaps that would be a fine swap. But realistically I just don’t see how it can happen without ... (more) Granderson Price Likely Too Steep for Cubs
The Muskbox Has Delusions of Grandeur(son)
The Muskbox Has Delusions of Grandeur(son)
hirejimessian.com — You are in for quite a treat, loyal Muskboxers. I am pretty certain that this week’s Muskbox... contains the most long-winded narrative answer to ever pour from the bun-based pencil of Carrie herself. I’ve been reading that the Tigers are putting Curtis Granderson on the trade ... (more) The Muskbox Has Delusions of Grandeur(son)
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Eric Byrnes is Popping Up Again
Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Eric Byrnes is Popping Up Again
bleachernation.com — Increasingly, Milton Bradley trade rumors center on bad contracts coming back to the Chicago Cubs as opposed... to the Cubs eating a bunch of Bradley’s contract. That is both good and bad: it could be better financially for the Cubs, and it could knock out two birds with one stone, depending ... (more) Obsessive Bradley Trade Watch: Eric Byrnes is Popping Up ...
Fun With Projections, Fanning the Milton Bradley Flames and Polanco v. Sizemore
fireleyland.blogspot.com — Like I mentioned in my last post, the CHONE projections for hitters have been released. Sean Smith... does a ton of good work from the CHONE projections, to TotalZone defensive metrics for the minor leagues , to the Wins Above Replacement database Lee is ... (more) Fun With Projections, Fanning the Milton Bradley Flames ...
Center Field Pickens Are Slim
Center Field Pickens Are Slim
bleachernation.com — If the Chicago Cubs are successful in their plan to move right fielder Milton Bradley, they will... slide Kosuke Fukudome back to his natural position, right field. That will leave a hole in center field, that is currently the subject of certain OMGranderson rumors. But Granderson, for all our ... (more) Center Field Pickens Are Slim
A Plea For Milton Bradley
bringingheat.com — Milton Bradley has certainly been one of the most controversial Cubs players in recent memory. If you... listened to media and fans you would think Bradley is the worst player on the team. If you look deeper into his numbers you would see that Milton was far from the worst player on the team in 2009... (more) A Plea For Milton Bradley
Stars on the Move?
Stars on the Move?
bringingheat.com — This offseason, the Cubs have several decisions to make that aren’t centered around Milton Bradley. One superstar... in particular is the most intriguing, and that player is Derrek Lee. Derrek has had a solid career with the Cubs since coming over from Florida for Hee Seop Choi, but his contract ... (more) Stars on the Move?
Obsessive Curtis Granderson Watch: Cubs Are “Absolutely” Interested
Obsessive Curtis Granderson Watch: Cubs Are “Absolutely” Interested
bleachernation.com — Well, it’s that time, friends. You were there when it was Jake Peavy. You were there when... it was (OMG) Brian Roberts. You were there for the only successful one of these - the new owner. And you’re still here for Milton Bradley. Yes. It’s another obsessive watch. This time, ... (more) Obsessive Curtis Granderson Watch: Cubs Are “Absolutely” ...
Rich Harden Hates the Cubs?
Rich Harden Hates the Cubs?
bleachernation.com — An interesting, and very surprising, nugget in an article about Chicago Cubs free agent pitcher Rich Harden... possibly heading out to Seattle: It is rumored that Harden doesn’t have much interest in returning to Chicago since he supposedly felt overused and suffered from some poor ... (more) Rich Harden Hates the Cubs?
How Much Could Curtis Granderson Cost the Cubs?
How Much Could Curtis Granderson Cost the Cubs?
chicagocubsonline.com — Two years ago it was Brian Roberts , last winter Jake Peavy . Will this off-season be... filled with one Curtis Granderson rumor after the other? Outside of Milton Bradley , the Chicago native has made the most noise in Cubs' circles since the rumor surfaced he could be available this winter.  ... (more) How Much Could Curtis Granderson Cost the Cubs?
Brace Yourselves for Another Wild Ride
Brace Yourselves for Another Wild Ride
talkingchicagobaseball.com — Milton Bradley has nothing on what is about to happen to Cubs fans. With one innocent tweet... from Phil Rogers I realized that this Curtis Granderson thing is much bigger than what I thought it would be. This is going to be the Brian Roberts/Jake Peavy five month rumor for winter 2009. It all ... (more) Brace Yourselves for Another Wild Ride
Texas Rangers want Vladimir Guerrero
Texas Rangers want Vladimir Guerrero
sports.yahoo.com — Big slugger Vladimir Guerrero (notes) is a free agent now and it appears that the Texas Rangers... would like to bring the former Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim designated hitter to the Lone Star State, according to FOXSports. The offense of the ... (more) Texas Rangers want Vladimir Guerrero
The Rangers are interested in Vlad
The Rangers are interested in Vlad
bases.nbcsports.com — Ken Rosenthal reports that the Texas Rangers are interested in Vlad Guerrero. Makes all kinds of sense.... The Rangers obviously want and need a DH, as evidenced by their recent flirtation with the idea of bringing back Milton Bradley.  Also,... (more) The Rangers are interested in Vlad
20/20 Hindsight---National League Central
paullebowitz.com — A recap of my picks before the season and what actually happened. I've learned my lesson: don't... pick the Chicago Cubs to go to the World Series. Bad decisions + being bitten by a snake = the Cubs of Chicago. The one move that gets the most press was Milton Bradley, but Kevin Gregg was just as bad. (more) 20/20 Hindsight---National League Central
Dock of the Rays
Dock of the Rays
dockoftherays.com — I’m Game November 12th, 2009 | by Jason Collette | bradley So Ken Rosenthal at FoxSports is... reporting the Rays and Cubs have rekindled the trade talks over the bad contracts of Pat Burrell and Milton Bradley. On one side you have the slowest player in ... (more) Dock of the Rays
You Tube Friday: Cubs Minor Leagues
You Tube Friday: Cubs Minor Leagues
chicagocubsonline.com — Time to take a break from the latest on the Milton Bradley saga, if the Cubs have... enough to trade for Curtis Granderson , if Marlon Byrd is worth a three-year, $24 million contract and the rumor mill. Next week figures to be full of roster movement (reserve lists must be filed by November 20) ... (more) You Tube Friday: Cubs Minor Leagues
Cubs in sticky situation with Harden
Cubs in sticky situation with Harden
talkingchicagobaseball.com — Jim Hendry isn't a small guy. Rich Harden 's agent Arn Tellem isn't a quiet guy, considering... he helped change the way money works in baseball negotiating huge contracts for Albert Belle and Mike Mussina in the late '90s/early 2000's. So how is that these two totally missed each other this week ... (more) Cubs in sticky situation with Harden
Cubs Rumor Round-Up: Granderson, Bradley, Castillo, Grabow  & Byrd
Cubs Rumor Round-Up: Granderson, Bradley, Castillo, Grabow & Byrd
thecubreporter.com — Let's try to filter through all the rumor reports from the GM meetings... Milton Bradley We know... Hendry has talked to the Rays, Rangers, Blue Jays, Mets and Angels and really only the Rays and Rangers seem to be showing any real interest and both want the Cubs to pay a hefty portion ... (more) Cubs Rumor Round-Up: Granderson, Bradley, Castillo, ...
Rumors: The Yankees, Omar VIzquel and Milton Bradley Edition
Rumors: The Yankees, Omar VIzquel and Milton Bradley Edition
bases.nbcsports.com — The latest from FOX's Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi:If the Yankees decide not to re-sign Johnny... Damon, they could look at a centerfield replacement, like Mike Cameron, rather than a leftfield replacement.  This would seem to make some sense... (more) Rumors: The Yankees, Omar VIzquel and Milton Bradley Edition
Jim Hendry Plans to Continue Unhealthy Infatuation with Marlon Byrd
Jim Hendry Plans to Continue Unhealthy Infatuation with Marlon Byrd
bleachernation.com — Here’s a real double kick in the stones. See if you can figure out why: The Rangers’... Marlon Byrd appears to be the Cubs’ primary center field target, and sources said Hendry will be able to sign another outfielder even if he hasn’t traded Milton Bradley yet. ... (more) Jim Hendry Plans to Continue Unhealthy Infatuation with ...
Baseball Hot Stove Update
Baseball Hot Stove Update
doublegsports.sportspagenetwork.com — The GM meetings this week have provided some very interesting possibilities, both on the trade front and... the free agent market. Its obviously very early in the offseason so a lot of these rumors will fly away but some may just happen. Lets take a look.... - The Yankees know the value that ... (more) Baseball Hot Stove Update
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