Official Site of the Cubs · May 5, 2015
Soler sits; Cubs name Minors' best for April
Soler doubles up Polanco 0:42 4/29/15: On a fly ball to right, Jorge Soler makes the catch and throws out Gregory Polanco at first base The Cubs were careful in Spring Training with Soler to avoid any leg injuries, which have hindered him in the two previous seasons. Maddon assured Soler was healthy; Monday was more of a mental break.
• Jason Hammel, who was bothered by a cracked nail on the middle finger of his right hand, is on schedule to make his next start Friday against the Brewers. Hammel said he had trouble getting a good feel of his pitches because of the nail, and was trying to avoid a blister.