During the holiday season, I thought I'd write a quick blog about the four major sports teams in Chicago (except for the Cubs, you must have won a title in the last 100 years to be considered a "professional team") and what each team should "give" (trade, cut) and one player each should "receive" (sign, acquire) Making these moves will ensure a joyful year ahead.
White Sox--> 24 hours ago I would have said signing John Danks was the highest priority. Given that Kenny got this done today, the Sox need some help in the outfield and third base. The Braves just happen to have soured on Martin Prado. The guy hits for average, can play multiple positions and is still only 28 years old. Get it done Kenny. As for the guy who I'd give away, Carlos Quentin. The guy has a world of talent, but it constantly hurt and is way to inconsistent to be counted on in the middle of the line-up. Trade him while he still has some value Kenny.
Bulls--> Pax and Forman signed D-Rose to a 5 year extension yesterday which was HUGE for ensuring success in Chicago. Next step should be to trade for O.J. Mayo. Even after signing Rip Hamilton, Rose still needs a secondary scoring option. Mayo, 24 years old, has the ability to create his own shot and would fit in great at the 2/3 spot in the bulls line-up. Kyle Korver needs to go. He never plays defense and he has a decent game once every four games. Send him on his way.
Bears--> This should be obvious...SIGN A DECENT BACK-UP QUARTERBACK!!!! Shaun Hill is an experienced QB and has played in a number of different systems. He's a consistent QB who won't curl up like a baby (Hanie) when he's inserted into the line-up. Hill is a free agent at the end of the year. Get it done. For the Christmas season, Angelo needs to send Roy Williams packing. I can't even count the number of times he's juggled a ball or flat out dropped it. He's worthless and should have been cut after week 3 (Bonus pick-up...sign Brandon Lloyd. Great route runner and has a history with Jay from Denver)
Blackhawks--> Overall the Hawks have been playing great all season long. One good addition would be Bobby Ryan from Anaheim. He could add some additional scoring and power play support on the two top lines for the Hawks. The Ducks have fallen out of the race and Ryan out of favor. As much as it kills me, Dave Bolland has been a disappointment this season. Marcus Kruger has been playing really well at Center and Bolland has gradually lost playing. Trade him why he still has some value and see if you can get a 3rd line defense man in return.
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