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Chicago Cubs: Moves that make sense for the Cubs

By Corey Francis

Oct 25, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; A general view of the field before game one of the 2016 World Series between the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 25, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; A general view of the field before game one of the 2016 World Series between the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jul 7, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Travis Wood (37) enters the game during the sixth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 7, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Travis Wood (37) enters the game during the sixth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports /

#5 Resign Travis Wood

Is there any player more deserving to be a Chicago Cub in 2017? The one-time starter now solid bullpen option has seen the worst and, now, best the team has to offer. After signing with the Cubs in 2012, the team lost 101 games. He and Anthony Rizzo are the only two current Cubs that now that feeling.

But, it is not just his tenure with the team that deserves consideration. It is his performance. In 77 games in 2016, Wood posted a 2.35 ERA. He is not an overpowering pitcher, but one that can perform in any situation. Whether it is a simple match-up or needed for long relief, Wood is a great option. Plus, he can swing the bat well enough to pinch hit when needed.

Cubs need to work on the bullpen, and keeping Wood would go a long way.

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