In just the last few days, the Cincinnati Reds have made some stupid personnel moves. Question is, can the Cubs benefit?

Specifically, versatile Reds infielder D'Angelo Jimenez who is an above average 2nd Baseman, was Designated For Assignment as was Reliever Danny Graves who has successfully converted 10 out of 12 Save Opportunities. Both of these players have talent and were dropped apparently because of their relationship to Reds manager Dave Miley as well as their relations with other players. Both were also off to slow starts this year, although Jimenez was batting .321 in his last 10 games with the Reds.

What the Cubs need to do is get a hold of these 2 players and bring them on board. The Cubs need better infield/bench depth as well as a veteran closer who can allow Dempster to return to the starting rotation where he is needed. Even if the Cubs don't add them to the team roster right away, they could be sent down to Iowa for additional coaching before coming to Wrigley to replace injured or released players.

In a related matter, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays released OF Chris Singleton even though his avg. was .271 and had an OBA of .348. If the Cubs are to make a challenge to St. Louis for the division title, then they need to bring on proven players and not tired old retreads like Enrique Wilson.

If Cubs GM Hendry can't or won't make these personnel additions, then he should explain why especially since the traditional trading season is at least a month away.