The Day in Review

It appears the only way the Cubs are going to gain any space in the Central is by not playing at all. I guess I'll take it. By the way I've been reading Moneyball, and for those who haven't had the opportunity yet it's a great read that I'd really recommend.

Injury News:

• Zambrano will take a week off to let the inflammation in his rotator cuff subside. I really think the Cubs are going to be cautious with their ace, so I wouldn't count on the one week timetable suggested on Rotoworld.

Notable Performances:

• Votto and Bruce both had solo shots, giving a glimpse of the future of the Reds (yes, even the fact that no one was on for those dingers). With Phillips, Encarnacion, Votto, and Bruce around to belt the ball, Dusty Baker just needs some good ol' fashioned OBP to clog the basepaths.
• I don't like to exaggerate Torii Hunter's talent (he does it enough himself) but his twentieth homer calls into question why he's valued so much lower than guys such as Beltran, Hart, Markakis, or Pence. Some of those guys went after him last year, but considering how little hype he gets, I think he will be a steal next season.
• Jesse Litsch threw a complete game shutout, so hopefully you spot started him. Wells had his sixteenth homer in an abbreviated season, so add him to the list of toolsy guys who are never spoken about. 
• Prince Fielder stole a base. That makes three on the season. I want to see it.

That's what you need to know about the day.