Could Kerry Wood Return?: Cubs vs. Brewers at Mesa, Tuesday 3/9, 2:05 CT

Maybe the Cubs could trade Silva, Dome for Wood and Choo, fair enough.

But I say leave the past where it is. Yeah, we all have great memories with Wood. But the organization is moving forward and I think bringing him back would be a step backward.

Aren’t there any other good relievers on bad teams who would be cheaper, anyway?

presuming of course, Ricketts is the one ponying up the money or a really good prospect.

Why you think the Indians would eat a significant chunk of the contract is beyond me. It’s much too early to determine the Indians aren’t going anywhere this year, especially given the history of the AL Central. And it’s laughable to think the Indians would want Silva on their team instead of Wood.

I guess if it’s doable, I’d like to have him back. But I don’t think Woody will make or break the team.

I’m more concerned with why Fontenot is starting at 2nd today over Baker. Because I’d rather see more of Baker.

I don’t think the Cubs would do it from a “let’s not mess with Marmol’s psyche” perspective. And plus when you factor in the money, there’s just no way.

Oh, and… Wood for Silva? Really Al? Why on earth would Cleveland even consider that?

They just want 3 pitchers back the way we did with DeRosa. They will take Marshall, Cashner & Coleman.

Sorry Al pipe dream

The key (other than monetary and tradetary) is to not blind yourself by sentimentatily. I’d want Wood if it means a World Championship, not because I like the guy.

That I’d love this.

Won’t get my hopes up though.

The more money Cleveland picks up, the better the prospect the Cubs would have to give up, most likely. I’m not sure I like that scenario, just to bring back Kerry Wood for the next 2 years.

A fan is much more likely to go see a game because Kerry Wood is pitching over Silva pitching. That guy has zero draw other than the series in Seattle. The Indians would never take on an Albatross when Wood isn’t one to them other than contract. He can still pitch.

But, like most here, I’m having a really hard time envisioning a feasible trade scenario for Woody. It’s seems highly doubtful that anyone in their right mind would trade for Carlos Silva unless Milton Bradley is involved. And I don’t see why the Indians would eat much of his deal unless the Cubs gave up a great prospect – which they shouldn’t.

I’m intrigued by this idea and kinda surprised it hasn’t come up sooner, but it seems out of reach.

really use Wood but I don’t think Silva is done just yet. If you could get rid of Silva you are couting on Ted Lily to come back very quickly and then either Samarjza or Gorzy have to step up. Risky even if it does happen.

He was worth about $8M less than he would pay. So offer them a marginal prospect for Wood + $8M and call it a day. Wood would only cost you $2M (though remember that Guzman’s salary is wiped off the books so the opportunity cost is less than that).

Anything more than that wouldn’t really be worth it, and you should really only do this if you’ve determined that guys like Frasor and Bell are unavailable / too expensive.

Hendry can’t make this happen, it has to be Tom. Guzman’s injury could not be predicted and late inning bull pen was ify to begin with. If Tom wants to win in 2010 he makes this happen, if he has a longer term time horizon he lets Hendry and Cub fans squirm. I think if you are a “fan owner” , then Wood fits the scenario and you find a way to do it.

to bolster the pen, but I just don’t see it happening. I’m curious, why would the Tribe want anything to do with Silva?

if they pony up some additional money but I don’t see how Silva would fit into it.

and because I’m tired of Minor League prospect ranking fanposts. Kevin Goldstein ranked the Cubs as having the #8 farm system in baseball today.

Think of how high the ranking would be if he didn’t hate the Cubs! :-)

There will be other RH relivers available later in the spring who will cost less $ and put up about the same level of production. It’s a PR move, not a baseball move.

Is Kerry Wood any good (anymore)? It’s a real question – I’m not sure honestly.

If I’m the Twins GM, I am giving the Indians a call. Its extremely likely that Joe Nathan is done for the season with a significant tear in his UCL. IMO that would be a pretty good fit (much as I’d like to see Wood back with the Cubs and believe that he could be a big help).

$6M?

in progress in Mesa right now. I would think today’s game is in serious jeopardy.

Anybody that thinks the Indians are going to swap Wood for Silva needs to put the kool aid down.

Jump over if you wanna

What Kerry can offer would really help this team. Has Hendry ever brought back anyone he let go or traded away? Kerry being back as a Cub would be nice both personally (since I am a fan) and professionally (because he can help this team in an area they need help in.

Question: Why would the Indians, or anybody, want Silva? While I don’t have a solid opinion of him yet, most are saying he is washed up. Why would a rebuilding team like the Indians be interested in him? If we traded for Kerry, I think it would have have to give up mostly prospects.

IT’S GONNA HAPPEN!!??

…especially after the season he had last year. Let’s not undermine Marmol the Closer just when he seems comfortable in what should be his natural role. Look to Caridad or Dolis to fill that all-important setup presence that Marmol established in 2007.

And I have to say, it’s not up to his usual standards.

In a counterpoint to his own argument (props for stating both sides), he said Wood didn’t have a great 2008. An ERA+ of 141 begs to disagree.

And I think that he is still capable of closing – his post-ASG numbers in 2009 support that. Even if he isn’t, the message it would send to Marmol . . . and spending $10M on a reliever that isn’t the closer. This just doesn’t seem feasible.