SURPRISE, Ariz. – Cubs manager David Ross dubbed infielder David Bote the “MVP so far in camp” this week. But Bote also knows the reality of his situation: as the Cubs weigh roster decisions, spring training performance is only one part of the equation.
“I’m going to just put on my working man boots, and show up and go to work,” Bote said after his part in the Cubs’ 9-6 win against the Rangers on Tuesday. “And do whatever I can to help the team win and do my thing, and that’s about it.