But it's spring training and no one cares about spring training. So forgive us.
But here's what we've missed in the world of Chicago baseball:
- Cubs have officially announced that someone who has never played centerfield before will be starting there this year. Which is great because no one ever hits fly balls in Wrigley.
- The Sox have some pitching issues: No one has stepped up to take the 5th starter spot. Not sure if I wrote this before, but I knew as soon as the Garcia and McCarthy trades happened that they'd have trouble finding a 5th starter. Supposedly the talent is there with Danks, Floyd and Haeger, but apparently no one wants it.
- The Sox have some pitching issues II: Closer Bobby I was paid for the McDonalds commercial in cheeseburgers Jenks has been getting roughed up. Worst part is his velocity is down to the low 90's. Let's be honest, he can't throw a breaking ball for a strike, so if he's not throwing 97+ he'll be useless to the Sox. Fantasy players could be picking up MacDougal by the second week of the season.
- Ozzie hasn't announced a starting centerfielder yet, only noting that Erstad has been the best so far. Word from the Chicago Tribune today has Brian Anderson fighting for a spot on the Big League roster. It would really suck to be him right now, going from the heir apparent to fighting for the last spot on the team.
I know we're probably missing a few items, but we'll get to them as we get closer to Opening Day
