Eyre accepts 2-year contract with Cubs — SFGate

The Giants officially lost their best 2005 reliever Thursday when Scott Eyre agreed to a two-year contract with the Cubs that includes a player option for 2008 and is worth $11 million.

Eyre leaves a big void in the Giants’ bullpen. He pitched 86 times last season and emerged as one of the game’s top left-handed relievers. Although the Giants speak highly of rookie lefty Jack Taschner, general manager Brian Sabean likely will try to acquire a more seasoned arm.

This loss is going to hurt, and hurt a lot. In a season that even Giants management admits was a stinker, Eyre was one of the few bright spots.