These kids can play
The double play combo that played last night for the Cubs, Ryan Theriot and Mike Fontenot, are not strangers. They played against each other in high school and were teammates on the LSU team that made the College World Series. Their enthusiasm and hustle, combined with that of Felix Pie, is just what this team needs. I say let all three kids stay in the line-up and see what happens. Especially since Rameriz is now on the DL, there is room for DeRosa to play at third.
I like how this team seems to be able to bounce back from tough losses. Having Dempster come in to save the rare 1-run victory, after having blown only his second save opportunity the night before, was good for the whole team’s morale. It’s a long season, and with the addition of these kids, I say the next 4 months could be interesting.