NEWSLETTER
Today the Cubs split in two games, beating the Padres 2-0, but losing to the Diamondbacks 3-2. Pitching was the order of the day, which is frequently the case when you’re facing Ian Kennedy and … Tim Stauffer.
The notable bits…
Spring Training Miscellany: Cubs 4, Padres and Diamondbacks 3 – March 26, 2012
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