The Cubs are looking to sign a veteran leader. They miss David Ross:
ESPN.com
Hoyer stressed that the Cubs have some leaders on the pitching staff — namely veteran Jon Lester. Plus, Jason Heyward and Anthony Rizzo are considered in that category as well, but none necessarily possess the attributes to call out teammates, an area Ross excelled. Hoyer didn’t mention names, but he stressed that an addition with those leadership qualities for 2019 is likely to come from a backup, not a marquee player. He reiterated a winter stance that the Cubs also want Ross around the team more, even though his role isn’t in uniform outside of spring training.
So why not just sign Ross as a coach and save the roster spot for someone who can better contribute to winning on the field? I’m sorry, this is the kind of leadership the manager should supply if there is no player on the squad taking up the mantle.
Maybe Jayson Werth is still available.
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