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The Rundown: Hope Springs Eternal, Cubs Set To Defend Central Division, Schwarber and Contreras Ready To Go

“Hope springs eternal in the human breast; Man never is, but always to be blessed: The soul, uneasy and confined from home, Rests and expatiates in a life to come.” – Alexander Pope

We’re all ready for Opening Day, yes? Even Alex Cobb, if he ever finds a job. Well, maybe not Cobb. Add Greg Holland, too.

Yesterday gave us a glimpse of spring in Chicago with temperatures that exceeded 60 degrees. Like every other dad in my neighborhood, I spent the day de-winterizing the car and talking baseball with those who had similar to-do lists.