In an offseason that saw the Chicago Cubs make very few moves–and no impact moves–the consensus was they would have to ‘make it up’ at the deadline. So far, they’ve added Carlos Gonzalez to a minor-league deal and signed closer Craig Kimbrel to a three-year deal, close to $45 million. While early on, the Cubs were doing all they could in-house, it was time to invite in some guests.
They started with Gonzalez. After being released by the Cleveland Indians, the Cubs signed him to a minor-league pact. He quickly was called up and has played in all three games.