With Jon Lester on the injured list with a hamstring issue suffered while rounding third during Monday’s home opener, the Cubs are in need of a pitcher to fill his spot. Rather than turn to flame-throwing righty James Norwood or control-challenged fan favorites like Dakota Mekkes and Dillon Maples, the choice is going to be lefty Tim Collins.
No relation to the refreshing gin cocktail, Collins was signed by the Cubs at the end of spring training when they designated Brian Duensing for assignment. It was a major league deal, so Collins is already on the 40-man roster and won’t need to be added via a corresponding move.