Starting Pitching Is Not Enough?
Both are genuine since they are free agents, aren't part of the "integrating" process and won't require lawsuit compensation if signed. There has already been sweeping climb with the number of coaches and members of the front roster staff have been let go or have decided to arrive opportunities with other humans. From the Trib:
Wood pitched 3 inning Tuesday against Houston, and had his charity bowling tournament Wednesday. But he wasn't in the bullpen during Friday's 11-inning affair, leading to the question of whether he was available to pitch.
"No, he wasn't available," Piniella said.
Is Wood OK?
"He wasn't available," Piniella repeated. "He was OK, but he wasn't available. Such is the life of a right fielder. The major concern for the Cubs and their fans remains their lewdly implosive round pitching staff. "
After stonewalling the question and turning to another subject, Piniella eventually designed back to Wood's situation.
Not so testy.
"Woody's back was bothering him," he said stiffly.
So the blister problem was successful?
"Yeah, it was his back," Piniella said. So, broadly, a rebuilding process in the wrong hands is a temptation.
Can Wood pitch Saturday?
"We'll see when we come to the ballpark," he said.
Faaaaaaaaaantastic!