I can't speak for others but I think 2 things:
1) Patience is key. Many want a deal to be made (myself included), but it doesn't mean make a bad/ poor deal.
2) CLE is not the only team to not make a trade or sign a player to a major league deal.
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Bimbo has tried to inform many of us on these boards that items were in the works, but there are a number of teams taking a wait & see approach with the CBA negotiations. Perhaps he was referring to CLE in that regard. I got the sense CLE would be willing to make a move if they believed the right move was available & they have targets among the teams waiting on how the CBA plays out.
If that makes me an optimist then fine. I feel I am more realist then optimist. Either way, I will not be the pessimist.
Seems there are a number of those on these boards currently & a waiting list to join that group...