With the placement of Ben Zobrist on the restricted list, the Cubs have been suddenly assigned an asset. While not considered of significant value, a 40-man roster spot is only of value if used, like a coupon for money off a theater seat or a pint of ice cream. Among the easiest (and cost-effective) ways to use a roster spot is to claim a player off waivers. The Cubs ought to get about claiming someone, rather soon.
Who should they claim? A team putting in a claim for a player on waivers is a free process.