Cubs / Braves trade

[Chicago Cubs]

Braves gets:
James Nelson 3B MIA - $0.2
Kyle Young SP PHI - $0.2

Cubs get:
Randal Grichuk RF/LF TOR - $1.56/2.34/2.34/2.34/2.34/3.51TO


I’ve got 6 guys on the DL already so my goal is just to add some depth here. RF specifically has been a problem spot in my lineup early on this season as well. Doesn’t hurt that Grichuk is a Jay too so I can hope for a nice rebound from him for both my team and the Jays’ sake. Thanks for the deal.

[Atlanta Braves]

Grichuk has struggled mightily in the early going. He can very easily turn it around as it hasn’t even been two weeks yet. With the other moves I made today, it’s clear I’m looking toward next year and beyond and Grichuk doesn’t fit into my long term plans.

It’s a little disappointing bc I extended him thinking he would be a nice source of power in Toronto.

In the players I’m getting back, I’m a marlins (and a Nelson) fan. This kid is a hard worker and should be a nice bat once he reaches the major leagues. He profiles at 3B but is versatile and could be a multiple position guy as well.
As for Young, I’ll admit I didn’t know much about him before the deal, but the book on him indicates he can provide some value to a major league club. Thanks for the deal and good luck Cubs.

[Milwaukee Brewers]

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