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2012 Cubs Offseason: Theo Epstein Compensation Deal Expected 'Very Soon'

Nick Cafardo of The Boston Globe is reporting the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox may be finishing their compensation deal within the immediate future:

Epstein served as the general manager for the Red Sox from 2002 through 2011, but left the team after the Cubs fired longtime general manager Jim Hendry. In October, 2011, the Cubs acquired Epstein from the Red Sox for compensation to be determined late.


Related: Red Sox, Cubs Submit Cases To Bud Selig For Compensation Negotiations

MLB commissioner Bud Selig elected to help resolve the issue. The Red Sox are reportedly expecting a significant player in return, while the Cubs appear to be offering only lower-ceiling prospects.

For more on the offseason, stay tuned to SB Nation Chicago. For more from around baseball, head over to Baseball Nation. To keep track of all rumors and happenings in the game, check out MLB Daily Dish.

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