Come To Think Of It: Not Sure Where Cubs Will Use Him, But Jake Can Rake
August 30, 2009 by Bob Warja
Well, one thing is becoming crystal clear in this murky Cubs season: Jake Fox can hit a baseball.
Now, I realize I haven't been his biggest supporter but that is largely due to erroneous reports that his defense was so bad that packing a glove was arbitrary.
The truth is, however, that while Fox will never be more than an average (at best) fielder at any position, his defensive shortcomings have been greatly exaggerated by the organization. His bat may actually more than make up for his glove.
But where could he play in 2010? Even if the Cubs are able to dispose of Milton Bradley, it is unlikely that Soriano would move to right to make room for Fox in left.
That leaves second base. Now, I have previously...
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