A pair of Japanese players in whom the Cubs had interest came off the board in quick succession, punctuating what has to this point been a pretty underwhelming winter for Jed Hoyer and his front office. While the moves Hoyer has made are easily defended, maybe even lauded, it’s what he hasn’t done yet that’s got fans feeling antsy. Aside from their usual checking in on everyone, nothing has been done to strengthen a decidedly uninspiring rotation or to replace Kyle Tucker‘s production.
The best way to address those needs is by trading for an impact starter and signing a big bat, but that would mean the Cubs have to step way out of their comfort zone.