The Chicago Cubs received their third win in three games friday when they traveled to play the Texas Rangers. Ted Lilly got his first start this spring and was impressive. In his two inning stint he gave up absolutely NO runs! What a great sign to see the middle of the rotation pitching so well so early. We can only hope to see these performances carried out the whole regular season. Lilly gave up two hits and also struck out two. The next big story of the game was Micah Hoffpauir performance. He is making a big splash this season. Not only did he hit a three run homer in the second inning but he stole a possible run scoring base hit away from Texas Ranger star Josh Hamilton. He did this at first base this time. I am starting to really become a fan of Hoffpauir and think he might be a suitable replacement for Mark DeRosa. Mike Fontenot got the nod at second base and crushed a two run homer to show Piniella that he is wanting the job and has the power to get it done. His left handed bat would be awesome to have in the lineup. The Cubs are now 3-0 in Cactus League play. Their next outting is against cross town rival the Chicago White Sox. Newbie Aaron Heilman will take the hill for the Cubbies. I sure hope that they can keep this hot streak going.
GO CUBS!!!!!!!!!
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