Jim Hendry was waving a caution flag, the Cubs general manager knowing full well his offseason moves to date haven't exactly washed away the stench of an awful October -- or made the last 100 years any easier to accept. 

Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. 

--OF Milton Bradley agreed to a three-year, $30 million deal with the Cubs, according to multiple media reports. 

The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. 

I've closed the book on 2008. 

Recent Cubs trades may have positioned the team for another run at San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy. 

Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs wound up saving a few bucks Tuesday. 

The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. 

Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. 

--OF Milton Bradley agreed to a three-year, $30 million deal with the Cubs, according to multiple media reports. 

IT'S TIME FOR . 

The Cubs finished off the Jason Marquis-for-Luis Vizcaino trade with the Colorado Rockies as expected Tuesday. 

Milton Bradley was still days away from actually signing a contract with the Cubs, but if the early returns are any indication, Chicago fans are ready to give the talented but controversial veteran outfielder the benefit of the doubt. 

The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense. 

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