Official Site of the Cubs · Mar 25, 2018
Lester all in when it comes to Maddon's vibe
Lester pleased with his spring MESA, Ariz. -- Jon Lester used to scratch his head sometimes as he watched Joe Maddon from the other dugout when the two faced each other in the American League East for the Red Sox and Rays, respectively. Now, Lester is making suggestions for Cubs' dress-up days as he enters his fourth season under Maddon.
Lester, 34, who threw three innings against some Cubs Minor Leaguers early Saturday in his final tuneup for Opening Day, compared the Cubs' manager to former teammate John Lackey, who also is unique.
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