Randy Wells to be Called Up, Luis Vizcaino Released

• Randy Wells will be called up to take Zambrano's spot in the rotation according to the Sun Times. It looks like he will be starting on Friday.
• The Cubs officially released Luis Vizcaino yesterday.
• Vizcaino, who actually didn't pitch that poorly, got in Lou's dog house by showing up late to the first to games of the season and reporting to Spring Training out of shape.

Cubbie Birthdays:

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This Date in Cubs History:

1999- The Cubs became the 3rd team in the 1900s to give up a run in every inning in a 13-6 loss to the Rockies.

1989- Andre Dawson picks up 4 hits, he now has 8 hits in his last 8 ABs including 2 3B and 2 HR. The Cubs won the game 4-2 over the Dodgers.