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Is this chance for Cubs to move Zambrano?

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With $36 million guaranteed on his contract, and a $19 million option for 2013, would Cubs starter Carlos Zambrano consider waiving his no-trade clause to join the Yankees or Rangers?

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Now that the Yankees have lost out on pitcher Cliff Lee, would Yankees manager Joe Girardi and pitching coach Larry Rothschild have any interest in Carlos Zambrano? The volatile Cubs pitcher, who closed out the season strong after a rough start, has a no-trade clause in his contract. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)

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After spending $10 million on Carlos Pena for a year, it's clear that the Cubs are making some attempt to compete in 2011. It's based largely on the hope that aging veterans can rebound, and a couple young kids can improve, though it's hard to find optimistic Cubs fans these days.