Cubs trade Neifi to the Tigers for a minor league catcher
Sunday (8/20) the Chicago Cubs traded Neifi Perez to the first place Detroit Tigers for minor league catching prospect Chris Robinson. There was all of the spin, and happy words about what Neifi has meant to the ball club and how much he’s been a leader and a teacher of the younger guys. All of that is well and good, but Neifi has not added to the team on the field this year. In fact, I’d say that he’s hurt the team by taking away starts and at bats from Ronny Cedeno, and Ryan Theriot. Both of those kids seem to be qulaity players but, because Dusty continues to play his veteran “guys”, we haven’t seen these young kids develop as quickly as they should.
I wish Neifi the best, I know that as long as Dusty Baker is managing he’ll never be out of a job. I also am glad that the Cubs picked up a catcher. I have to say that Michael Barrett is one of my favorite Cubs of alltime. But let’s face it. He’s not going to be around forever and his skill will probably get worse rather than better. I would love to see him remain in the organization (doubt it, the Cubs aren’t very good at that).
I hope that Chris Robinson can be at least quality trade bait. The Cubs need to go young. It seems like they have some really quality young position players as well as pitchers. Go with it Hendry. Let’s see what you’ve done to build this team.
What do you think of this trade? And should the Cubs go for a youth movement?
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August 21st, 2006 at 2:55 pm
Well we’re happy to have him here in Detroit, even though I’m still sort of sad it wasn’t Soriano (who is apparently still on waivers, and seemingly would like to come back to second base), what with Polanco being hurt here, Perez will be a nice addition.
Tigers already lost a game due to an Infante (Polanco’s replacement) error the other night, hopefully adding some depth will help. Great post!
August 21st, 2006 at 3:05 pm
Phil. Thanks. I would, however warn you that another player does not necessarily mean depth. I hope it works out for the Tigers though. It would be nice to shut those loud mouth Sox fans up for a bit.
btw. What do you know about Chris Robinson? if anything.
August 21st, 2006 at 4:00 pm
I agree with Phil Renaud’s comments about Polanco’s replacement (Infante). Although he’s fine for a backup role, having him start on an everyday basis gives me the shiffers.
At the moment, I think Detroit needs better defense than anything. The number of errors they have committed lately is atrocious. They need some offense too, but truthfully, their defense needs to improve, especially in the infield.
August 21st, 2006 at 4:15 pm
Matthew, if you’re looking for defense i’m not sure Neifi is your guy. He’s not terrible once he gets to the ball but his range is significantly less than when he was a younger Neifi.