Why Bradley Why?

by JJDiesel21 on Dec 31, 2008 5:15 PM CST Comment 37 comments

How much cheaper is Milton Bradley going to be instead of Adam Dunn? Bradley played all off 19 games in right field last year and if Soriano has taught us anything its that signing someone coming off a career year can turn out very badly. Dunn has averaged 40 and 100 every year for the past 5 years. Why not him? He's rarely hurt and has been playing the outfield a lot over his career, neither of which can be said for Bradley. PLEASE HENDRY NO MILTON

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Well, if this report is true he could be headed to Washington.

by Juiceboxjerry on Dec 31, 2008 5:25 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Well they would have to outbid us

because they sure arent going to win like the Cubs are

Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.

by bren on Dec 31, 2008 5:27 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Washington needs some kind of impact player.

They were trying to get Teixeira, that failed.

In this case, Bradley’s impact could be against the OF wall.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Dec 31, 2008 5:38 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

or

a teammates face, an announcer’s, a coach’s…………

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by cubsluver22 on Dec 31, 2008 5:53 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

They did put up big offes for Tex

Kwa...Ki...Sur...Pee...Nee...Ku?

by Kinky Reggae on Dec 31, 2008 6:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

That doesn't make any sense.

Washington already has Dukes, Milledge, Willingham, Patterson, Kearns and Mo-Pena. Are they trying to field two different outfield or something?

by dakoose on Dec 31, 2008 5:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Washington can have Bradley

I’d rather have Dunn hitting 45 homers.

SORIANO! YESSSSSSSS! JIMBO!!!

by CubFaninCA on Dec 31, 2008 6:00 PM CST up reply actions 2 recs

Rec'd

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by Al on Dec 31, 2008 6:43 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I'd rather the more valuable player

The one who doesn’t kill us on defense.

The one who would be more valuable even if he only played 2/3rds of the season.

by Wreckard on Dec 31, 2008 6:52 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

wreckard

do u think bradley is better than dunn??

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by cubsluver22 on Dec 31, 2008 6:54 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Yes

As an all-around baseball player, Bradley is much more valuable.

Cwyers makes a good case for this here.

by Wreckard on Dec 31, 2008 7:44 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Valuable and Bradley cannot...

….be used in the same sentence, period.

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by The Jade Scorpion on Jan 1, 2009 11:07 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Please expand on that

In what universe does Milton Bradley have no value? In what season has he not had positive value?

by Wreckard on Jan 1, 2009 1:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Same could be said of Bonds and Sosa....

….and we could probably get one-year deals on them.

BTW – yes, anyone who has ever gotten one hit technically has “positive value,”

I’m talking about NET, OVERALL effect.

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"Life is just one crushing defeat after another until you just wish Flanders was dead."

by The Jade Scorpion on Jan 1, 2009 11:14 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Oh... kay

Clearly you and I define value in different ways.

by Wreckard on Jan 2, 2009 12:22 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

hopefully he plays in the playoffs...

bradley’s a gamble..

SORIANO! YESSSSSSSS! JIMBO!!!

by CubFaninCA on Dec 31, 2008 7:10 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Please please please Washington...

offer him some absurd contract he can’t refuse. I want no part of Milton Bradley.

by kanderber on Dec 31, 2008 6:35 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

They gotta get that team going...

Its a big market, but how long can they wait around? I dont know much about their system, but that franchise hasnt been the same since the 94 strike

Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.

by bren on Dec 31, 2008 6:42 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I agree 100%

please hendry, crane kenney, and anyone else from the cubs front office NO MILTON BRADLEY SIGNING!!! it will be regretted for a long long time if you do!

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by cubsluver22 on Dec 31, 2008 5:26 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Does this really require a new diary?

Given that there are lengthy, lengthy debates about the merits of this potential signing here and here?

by Wreckard on Dec 31, 2008 5:32 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Maybe those are getting a little long.

Consider this an overflow thread.

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by Al on Dec 31, 2008 5:38 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Alright, your site I guess

It just doesn’t seem like it adds anything to the discussion.

by Wreckard on Dec 31, 2008 5:41 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

it...

was needed. the threads get long and winding and if your not up to date on them. they arent as fun.

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by cubsluver22 on Dec 31, 2008 5:55 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Sorry guys

Bradley is pretty much a Cub right now and hopefully will be made official in the new year. The Nationals that’s funny anyone would even mention that. LOL. As for Dunn and Bradley sure you can talk about injuries all you want, you can’t tell me that the Cubs front office hasn’t done their due diligence with Bradley. From the way the Cubs are “targeting” Bradley, he appears to be healthy in their eyes. Take that as for whatever it’s worth.

In a recent post, somebody asked if Bradley is better than Dunn. My answer is yes. First look at the defense. Bradley’s defense is superior to Dunn’s defense. People talk about Dunn and his OBP. Look at Milton’s OBP. Very similar, so for all those ppl who want to throw his OBP into this discussion, don’t cause Bradley can get on base just as well as Dunn. BTW Bradley had a higher OBP last year than Dunn. Dunn obviously has the power advantage. But truly with Ramirez, Soto, Soriano, and Lee, power isn’t really a true need. It is a plus however. As for health, Dunn is healthier than Bradley no doubt. But really, what if Dunn signs with the Cubs and then gets injured in the first month. What happens? Injuries are injuries, and THEY CAN"T BE PREDICTED.

Bradley can’t stay healthy. Bradley is this and that. OK enough, i know he has been injury prone the last like 50 years of his life, there’s no source that can tell you if he’s going to be healthy or not this year. Remember Miguel Tejada, he was never injured. Guess what he got injured this year i think, and went on the DL. It’s a crap shoot people. It can’t be predicted. I bet a lot of people here wanted Kerry Wood back last year. He had a very similar rap sheet to Bradley’s. He stayed healthy and you guys wanted him back this offseason. I wanted him back to. It’s very unpredictable.

As for Bradley’s temperament and attitude, teammates tell the real truth. His teammates like him and also Bradley damn sure wants to win.

by lexmarklover on Dec 31, 2008 7:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

wrong...

I watched Bradley for almost every game he played he cant be better than Dunn with a glove on both hands!

ernie81

by ernie81 on Jan 2, 2009 4:34 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

bradley

i think were stuck with him.cubs have a huge man crush on him.lets hope it works out

by NOMAR on Jan 1, 2009 9:43 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

Milton Bradley is a virtual done deal with the Cubs

It’s just a matter of Jason Marquis returning to the country from vacation to take his physical. Once the Colorado deal is sealed then we will see the official deal go down on Milton Bradley. I’m guessing 3 years at close to $40 million.

Again, despite the fact that Bradley is a garbage human being, I like the move. Best of what is available out in the marketplace that fits with Jim Hendry’s tight budget parameters. Bradley will once again be a plus outfielder once his knee is back to near 100%. And he will give a big boost to the Cub lineup. The man can hit.

by BLou on Jan 1, 2009 8:47 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Your opinion has changed substantially apparently...

from when you called Bradley a criminal and wanted no part of him.

by SouthernCub on Jan 2, 2009 9:59 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Milton/Corey/Jacque

Yes …….. another slug with a “So what I’m gettin paid” attitude.

by nimblenikelfoos on Jan 1, 2009 9:14 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Wow, that's not too much of a subliminal racist post

Sounds like you have a problem with black ballplayers. Jacque Jones played hard for the Cubs in every game by the way. Cubs expected too much out of a guy who was strictly serviceable in Minnesota.

by BLou on Jan 1, 2009 9:31 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Here's a very overt opinion of mine....

you’re an idiot.

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Jan 2, 2009 12:23 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Meanwhile...

…you call Bradley “human feces” and “garbage.” Stones, glass houses, people, throw, yadda yadda.

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by dat cubfan daver on Jan 2, 2009 12:52 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

In fairness, I suspect that has more to do with Bradley's personality...

I don’t think the original poster’s comments were racist (just happen to reference three black players). But I can more easily see that connection than the racial aspect of BLou’s statements.

I agree that Jones shouldn’t be considered an “I don’t care” player or a slug. I think the OP was off-based there – Jones was just a victim of circumstance.

However, I do think BLou’s insinuation is out of line. While I think the OP is off-base in slamming Jones, I think it is incredibly unfair to imply that the comments are racist or to suggest that the poster has a problem with black players.

by SouthernCub on Jan 2, 2009 1:24 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Don't forget the Derrick "Moses" Lee

remark on Weds he made. The only translation to that is not overt.

by N Oakley on Jan 2, 2009 3:27 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Why Bradley?

Because Jim Hendry has his “Hendry guys,” and no matter how old, bad, or how costly, he will always pursue these guys at every trade deadline and offseason until he finally gets them here.

And he’s been talking to Bradley for a couple of years now. Time for a loaded contract with a no-trade clause.

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"Life is just one crushing defeat after another until you just wish Flanders was dead."

by The Jade Scorpion on Jan 1, 2009 11:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

First hand...

I watched Bradley first hand here in Texas, he is a moody person, if he wakes up and decide’s not to play he dosent. Lou and him will be at each other very quickly, he has a history of problems(not 1 or 2 ) but many! He is alot worse in right field, than Dunn, then when the fans get on him, it WILL turn ugly. He wears his emotions on his sleeve and can and will be a club house cancer. If we sign him, I predict Big Z, knocking him out two months into the season. Fisrt hand news…

ernie81

by ernie81 on Jan 2, 2009 4:32 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

I do not follow the reference to Soriano?

I wasn’t happy with the term of his contract but he’s played well for the Cubs. The Cubs would have been crazy to expect significantly more from him than he has produced, he’s done a good job for the Cubs during the season.

If we learn something from Soriano it is to keep the term of the Bradley contract shorter. But I wonder how Bradley will respond to the pressure of playing in Chicago, to me the latter is the potential downside to bradley, i.e., what f the pressure affects his performance and that’s much much more speculative.

by DudeVf11 on Jan 2, 2009 9:24 AM CST reply actions 0 recs