Via Buster Olney: Cubs ownership is pushing internally for Joe Girardi and intends to make him a “serious contract offer” as soon as they’re allowed. Girardi’s contract expires on October 31st and the Yankees are hesitant to give him permission to negotiate with other clubs in the meantime for obvious reasons.
The Cubs have just started their managerial search after firing Dale Sveum according to Olney, but their ownership group sees Girardi as someone who could give the organization a shot in the arm after attendance declined for the fifth straight year. During yesterday’s end-of-season press conference, Brian Cashman confirmed he is meeting with Girardi’s agent today. The other day we heard the club will have to offer a “significant” raise to keep their skipper. Not-so-bold prediction: If Girardi does not sign a new deal before his current one expires, he’s a goner.
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