Cubs could take gamble on Edmonds

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Don't be surprised if former Cardinal Jim Edmonds makes at least a temporary landing in Chicago -- or Iowa. The Cubs are having serious internal discussions on whether to sign center fielder Jim Edmonds, cut loose by the San Diego Padres. General manager Jim Hendry could not comment Monday on Edmonds, who must first clear waivers, much as Reed Johnson had to during spring training before the ... [link]

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Is That A Banana In The Clubhouse, Or Are You Just Happy To See Me?
Published 5/13/2008 by Al at Bleed Cubbie Blue: Front Page Posts
... While the Cubs are clicking on all cylinders -- five out of their last six, 15-6 overall at home -- I wanted to comment here about the latest Jim Edmonds rumor. Bruce Miles reports: ...

Sleepy Tuesday Morning Headlines
Published 5/13/2008 by cubbiejulie at A League of Her Own - Front Page
... who has become a $136 million punching bag for another slow start, cranked a two-run homer to ignite a six-run fifth inning. He has six hits in his last nine at-bats. "When I came back, I put a little pressure on myself because everybody played very good [without me]," Soriano said. "Now we're all playing like we're supposed to play." (Rolls eyes) Whatever, Headcase. Just keep hitting. Everyone ready for a little early morning nausea? Say it ain't so, Bruce: Don't be surprised if former Cardinal Jim Edmonds makes at least ...

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