Cubs Cuts, Slices, and Sand Wedges

This past week was a busy one for the Cubs as they ready for opening day on Thursday against the Pirates at Wrigley Field (THIS THURSDAY!!!).  The big league roster came together over the weekend, with both Rex Brothers and Dylan Maples in the bullpen for opening day. The Cubs added Brothers- Matt Duffy and Eric Sogard to the 40 man roster. DFA Ildemaro Vargas.( Cameron Maybin signed to minor league deal).

Today is the Cubs final spring training game, as they play the Arizona Diamondbacks at noon (AZ time). It’s been an interesting spring, I’ve noticed a strong focus and determination from the players here in AZ. It feels like they have a chip on their collective shoulder and are out to prove the doubters wrong. I’m cautiously optimistic about the Cubs prospects this season and feel they will contend for the divisional crown at the very least.

This spring has been much less freewheeling than a typical Joe Maddon spring, with all the former Cubs skipper’s games, hijinks, and assorted shenanigans. That being said, spring training can get a bit on the repetitious side and the guys need something fun to break up the natural monotony – enter a little golf competition.

The team held several rounds of essentially a sand wedge challenge, with available golf clubs to use, being 52, 56,and 60 degree wedges. With an approximate distance from tee to green of 100 yards. The eventual final rounds occurring inside Sloan Park Stadium.

As we finish the spring season today, enjoy a little Cubs golf action, before we get on to the serious business of opening day! Go Cubs!