Say this for the world champion Cubs: They're not complacent, and they're still doing smart things.
Chicago on Wednesday acquired closer Wade Davis from the Royals in exchange for outfielder Jorge Soler. The price — both in terms of player given up and salary picked up — is more than reasonable.
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Davis, 31, is a highly capable replacement (44 for 48 in save opportunities over the past two seasons) for rental closer Aroldis Chapman, and he comes much cheaper. Chicago can take on the full $10 million Davis will make next season in the final year of his contract; Chapman is reportedly in line to land a long-term contract upward of $100 million.