Shawn Green?

Recently one of our readers suggested that the Cubs should go to acquire Shawn Green. Would this make sense? I wasn't aware of it before, but Green hails from Des Plaines. He's also my age, as well. What Green would offer is a fourth outfield bat; on certain days, maybe with the wind bowing out, Fukudome could play center and Green can play right. Actually, with the wind blowing out, Piniella could even see if Soriano could get by in center, and put Green in left that day. Most of this only makes sense if Felix Pie isn't ready or just doesn't work out. With Cliff Floyd gone, there is room here for Shawn Green. Whether or not he is interested in coming to the Cubs without a starting job is a good question. But being from the area, it is more likely than not that Green grew up a Cub fan and would love to play in Wrigley, and at age 35, maybe even if it's only part time.

This just might happen, if Green is willing to accept a backup job at this point. He is not the hitter he used to be, though he still can hit for average, with a .291 last year. He doesn't walk a lot but he is also not an impatient hitter. He doesn't run like he used to at this age either.

Overall, bringing in a fourth outfielder is something the cubs need to do, and Green makes sense because if Pie doesn't work out, we can still have a good team. If Pie does play well, then Green will not have enough playing time.