Cubs Decline Samardzija, But Offer Fresh Opportunity
It’s clear the Cubs didn’t get their moneys worth from the 5-yr, $10M contract Jim Hendry gave Jeff Samardzija in 2007, which is why the Cubs new brass has declined his $3M option for 2012.
It’s clear the Cubs didn’t get their moneys worth from the 5-yr, $10M contract Jim Hendry gave Jeff Samardzija in 2007, which is why the Cubs new brass has declined his $3M option for 2012.
“Me personally, I think it’s time to step away for a long while.” ~Tony La Russa
Give Tony La Russa credit for going out on top. There’s no better way to walk away from the game than a World Champion.
It seems such a simple decision, but doesn’t happen nearly enough, as evident by the fact La Russa is the first ever manager to retire immediately following a championship victory.
