Ok so it's still early but what is there to say about Spring Training insofar as the Cubs are concerned? Well, there is still the LF issue, with Baker saying that Hollandsworth all but has the job, so let's see what the numbers say:
DuBois:5-13(.385), 2 HR, 2 RBI, 3 R, 11 TB (.846 SLG)
Hollan:4-9 (.444), 0 HR, 1 RBI, 2 R, 8 TB (.889 SLG)
The only difference is that DuBois has more ABs, which is surprising if Baker is conceding the job to Hollandsworth - or maybe it isn't surprising. Hollandsworth has two triples and DuBois has been showing the power. Other than that they are pretty even I guess - I just don't see Hollandsworth holding up for an entire season, no chance. He'll break down and then we'll be without a good LH bat off the bench and DuBois will step in mid-season. Why not avoid all this and start him NOW? Dammit Dusty.
As for the pitching, it's way to early to make any comments except for the fact that Carlos Zambrano looks outstanding. He has allowed just one hit in five innings, 2 BB, 4 Ks. Everyone is raving about how great he's throwing the ball.
Other than that, I'll let you know what my impressions are on Saturday when they play on WGN for the first time. Hopefully I'll get to see some of the younger guys that intrigue me: Felix Pie, Brian Dopirak, Will Ohman (not that young, I'm pulling for him), Eric Patterson, and Angel Guzman.
Posted by portocac
at 10:27 AM CST
