Chicago Cubs Rumors: Lorenzo Cain has three-year offer from the Cubs?

DETROIT, MI - July 26: Lorenzo Cain #6 of the Kansas City Royals celebrates after scoring against the Detroit Tigers on a hit by Mike Moustakas of the Kansas City Royals during the seventh inning at Comerica Park on July 26, 2017 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images) /

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KANSAS CITY, MO – OCTOBER 17: Lorenzo Cain #6 of the Kansas City Royals is tagged out by Chris Colabello #15 of the Toronto Blue Jays as he attempts to steal in the eighth inning in game two of the American League Championship Series at Kauffman Stadium on October 17, 2015 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /

Using his wheels

He ranked ninth in UZR, according to Fangraphs – fourth in the American League. He’s heavily reliant on his legs, which is my biggest qualm with this deal. This contract runs through his age-34 campaign and that’s about the time things head south.

If the Cubs had a glaring need in center field, I’d probably be more understanding – even excited. We’re talking about a guy who finished third in American League MVP voting just three years ago. He’s no slouch – no matter how you evaluate his skills.

Cain offers a lot of speed, as well. He swiped 26 bags last year with the Royals and was caught just two times. Again – it all sounds fantastic. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

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