By: TWC
Yeah, I mean, that purported contract clause is a bizarre one. I can’t think of any real comparison. It’s one thing, I guess, to get a roster spot upon signing, but it’s another to be guaranteed one in...
View ArticleBy: hansman1982
I wonder how many prospects shoot themselves in the foot through accelerated promotion (even when they aren’t ready) or outright release because of clauses like these…
View ArticleBy: cubchymyst
Is there a pay increase associated with being on the 40 man roster and in the minor league versus just being in the minor league?
View ArticleBy: Brett
Szczur’s contract was that way, but only because it was a second contract (he was drafted, signed conditionally (he could quit and go play football), and then signed a subsequent contract for more...
View ArticleBy: willis
If so, that lineup is ridiculous. It’ll already be awesome, but if he starts there…wow. I expect, as Luke said, he’ll move rapidly through the system this year.
View ArticleBy: Luke
I’m with Brett on this. I’ve seen the reports, but always they are second or third hand. It could be the case, but I don’t think we know that for certain. And if it was the case, I’d be stunned if...
View ArticleBy: Brett
I know we’ve seen the story that says that, but I still want to hear it from a Cubs insider. Not saying I don’t believe it, I just … I just need more confirmation.
View ArticleBy: MaxM1908
What is the rationale behind this theory? Does it have to do with odd service time calculations or something?
View ArticleBy: Brett
Has to do with the contract he initially signed (the story, apparently, goes something like this: he was an overslot type, didn’t want to sign, and, as an enticement to sign, this 40-man guarantee was...
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