Ep. 299: Laying out a Báez extension and why Contreras’ value spiked
About this episode
On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan gives his thoughts on what a Javier Báez extention could look like. He also discusses how Yasmani Grandal signing with the White Sox increases Willson Contreras' trade value.
1:25 - Will Cubs and Javy Báez agree on a contract extension?
3:44 - If Báez doesn't want to commit long term, do Cubs trade him now?
6:15 - Kap gives his proposed deal that Báez could accept.
8:41 - Will Cubs lock up other key players with same type of mentality?
10:52 - Will Cubs be willing to trade Willson Contreras?
11:55 - With Grandal to the White Sox, teams might be more willing to part with their best prospects with Contreras in a deal.
Get every episode summarized
Each time Cubs Talk Podcast publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from Cubs Talk Podcast
Cubs Talk podcast looks back at 2024, addresses team’s biggest needs for 2025
Cubs Talk Podcast
Shota Imanaga’s no-hitter, Anthony Rizzo’s return highlight massive week for Cub...
Cubs Talk Podcast
Guardians’ sweep of Cubs, luxury tax questions cloud 2025 outlook for North Side...
Cubs Talk Podcast
Isaac Paredes arrives, Mark Leiter departs amid fascinating trade deadline
Cubs Talk Podcast