Jim Frey was fired as general manager of the Cubs in October 1991 and replaced by Larry Himes.
Before that, though, Frey tried signing three high-priced free agents: George Bell, Danny Jackson and Dave Smith. Only Bell had decent numbers for the Cubs, and of course was involved in a key trade we’ll cover in the next installment.
Trade-wise, not much happened in ‘91.
March 29: Acquired Steve Carter from the Pirates for Gary Varsho
Varsho had been a bit-player outfielder for the Cubs for three years. He continued this role for the Pirates, Reds and Phillies through 1995, and coached for the Phillies and Pirates, briefly managing in Philadelphia in 2004.