Cubs finalize deal with Nate Schierholtz – MLB News
The rapidity with which deals are being made, chances are that the record of all transactions is forgotten. That sounds exaggerative, but that is how things are going right now.
Chicago Cubs on Friday, December 21, finalized another deal. This time it was outfielder Nate Schierholtz whom the Cubs signed for a one-year $2.25 million contract. This comes a day after the pitchers Edwin Jackson and Carlos Villanueva was signed.
The Cubs, for long, were on a search for left-handed-hitting outfielder. In addition to that, the outfielder was to be capable of playing right field to get the contract. In Schierholtz, the Cubs have found the required piece to add to the roster.
He had a split season this year with the San Francisco Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies, playing a total of 114 games with .257 batting average, hitting six home runs. He was dealt to the Phillies on 31st July with two Minor League players
for Hunter Pence.
That which created problem for the player – even though he made a relatively good start with the Phillies, was the fractured toe that pulled him of the lineup on August 13. With that, the Phillies decided to non-tender the player after he had earned $1.3
million.
The Cubs then jumped to the fray. In his six seasons, he has had a .270 batting average, smashing 24 home runs, 75 doubles and 123 RBIs.
One of the distinct characteristics of the player are his throwing arm which is considered one of the best in the league. With the move, the Cubs have also ensured to play David DeJesus in centre. The Cubs, nonetheless, are open for more moves.
Schierholtz, on the other hand, is thoroughly happy with the move. The player who wished to stay with the San Francisco Giants was traded to the Phillies – where he proved his efficacy and instrumentality, but was consigned to the disabled list due to the
injury that he suffered.
"I was just looking for an opportunity to prove that I can play every day, and I didn't get the feeling I was going to get it in San Francisco all these years," Schierholtz said.
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