Cubs Win Home Opener

Well it was a typical cold rainy day for the Cubs home opener, but that did not slow the boys of summer down. The leader of the bunch; Ted Lilly. Ted went 6 2/3 innings of no-hit ball until Garrett Atkins stroked a solid ground ball through the infield and into left field. That would be all the Rockies would get as Guzman, Heilman and Gregg would finish where Lilly started.

With the bull pen being the big question for the Cubs this year, the trio finishing as they did out of the pen was quite a highlight.

Another highlight of the game; the Cubs walked nine times. Yep, even though yesterday I said this was how the Brewer's gave us the game, it is apparent the Cubs are seeing the ball well and being patient. The lack of this skill was a complaint Cub fans have had for years, with the exception of last year, so seeing it continue is another plus.

With three of last year's All Stars in Soto, Ramirez and Bradley nursing injuries, the day off tomorrow will be welcomed. The boys are back in action Wednesday with Harden going against ex-Cub Marquis. Those that have followed my blog know I'm not a fan of Marquis and will look for the Cubs bats to give him a rude homecoming. Let's hope. Cubs Century Is Here!