Countdown to Cubs Cactus League Opener: 1 Day
Joe Maddon spent close to 20 minutes talking to the beat writers and assembled media prior to Tuesday’s practice. Maddon announced that Jake Arrieta will be the Opening Day starter on April 4 against the Angels. Maddon did not say if Jon Lester or John Lackey will follow Arrieta in the rotation.
Maddon said he’s not had a roster with as much talent on it. And the challenge will be “to keep them all happy.” Maddon explained that the players “will have to put their ego in their back pocket.