Tuesday, July 27, 2004

Benitez a Cub?

Depending on how far the Marlins fall back in the next few days will determine if they are buyers or sellers.

The Marlins might be able to pry Triple-A catcher Dioner Navarro from the Yankees as part of a deal for Penny. Unable to afford Pudge Rodriguez, perhaps they could settle for "Pudgito."Shipping Pavano to the Twins might bring a corner outfielder like Michael Restovich or Michael Cuddyer, among other pieces. Shipping Benitez to the Cubs might net a young right-hander like Angel Guzman along with toolsy outfielder Felix Pie.


Benitez would be the best closer on the market if available. The question is, is Guzman and Pie too much?