Being in Yankee Stadium again only brings back bad memories. A good luck charm hasn't fell upon the Cubs at this stadium ever. The Cubs played well in the first game scoring runs, but middle relief couldn't hold a lead. Saturday afternoon, Glendon Rusch pitched a decent game, but left the game in the 6th with the bases loaded. Then Joe Borowski entered the game, made a big mistake over the middle of the plate, and Derek Jeter hit a grand slam. (1st in over 130 at bats with bases loaded). This was the crushing blow as it put the game out of reach since the Cubs offense was unable to get charged up. The 8-1 loss will probably set Chicago back another game in the central division. The Cubs can't afford to let the Cardinals gain too much control moving into July.
Rumors about the Cubs trading for outfielder Preston Wilson pose as a distraction and may place the club in the wrong direction. If these are speculations, it will be best to leave them as that. This will not be the answer for the Cubs. With a rejuvenated, healthy Mark Prior expected to return in a month or sooner the Cubs management needs to examine star top quality outfielders. Lee and Ramirez would benefit, seeing better pitches to hit with another source of thunder in the lineup. Burnitz will get his share of homeruns, but his batting average usually sinks mid-way through the season. Corey Patterson is scuffling right now and really needs work closely with the hitter coach to regain his stroke and learn to correct his mistakes. He's still young and has yet to have a break out season. This is only a matter of time. There is no denying his talent. Winning at least 1 out 3 against the Yankees will be in the Cubs best interest. Tommorrow the young rookie, Koronaka most likely will get the start. Prior: For Cubs fans everywhere, keep that arm in good condition and don't overwork it. We'll need it in second half of the season. Will the old Kerry Wood reemerge healthy too?
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