How will the pandemic cuts impact the Cubs offseason
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Show Notes
The Cubs have made a lot of organizational layoffs due to the pandemic, reaching as far as baseball operations. With a smaller staff, how will they proceed with building the on-field product? Host David Kaplan and Cubs insider Gordon Wittenmyer discuss the layoffs and their impact on how the Cubs offseason. They also discuss potential free agents the Cubs should look at including Trevor Bauer, and a review of the farm system of the Cubs.
(1:18) - Cubs layoffs continued into baseball operations
(8:10) - Times are tough for the Cubs right now
(14:40) - How many teams are prepared to spend in free agency?
(20:25) - If Jed Hoyer takes over, will he be forced to make cuts and not spend in free agency?
(27:00) - Could Trevor Bauer work with the Cubs?