Perhaps one of the best signs of progress happened last night in Milwaukee -- with the return of the LIVE! sausage races.

Now, if he can approximate the Cubs first baseman’s performance, playing every day and hitting lefties, the best might be yet to come for this Cubs lineup.

Friend grew up in an era of Ozzie Smith’s backflips, Bo Jackson’s almost cartoonish feats, Rickey Henderson’s royalty, Barry Bonds’ swagger, Dunston’s flair and, of course, Ken Griffey Jr.’s backwards cap and sweet, sweet swing.Colorado Rockies Laptop Case

The Red Sox traded him midseason to the A’s in 2014. He never started again at Fenway Park. Then, Lester played his last season with the Cubs in fan-less ballparks.

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The Athletics' proposal in late April was said to include $450 million in community benefits, $955 million in general fund revenues and an $855 million commitment from the city for infrastructure improvements. Afterward, a spokesman in the mayor's office said in a statement that the outline from the A's "appears to request public investment at the high end of projects of this type nationwide."San Diego Padres Laptop Case

Arrieta has more than a quarter of the Cubs’ 11 quality starts this season. However, things have been pointing in the right direction this month. The rotation has a 3.56 ERA through 11 games, and it’s not just a function of the schedule.Washington Nationals Laptop Case

There will be no Hall of Fame players coming except for the three players inducted: Derek Jeter, Larry Walker and Ted Simmons.Toronto Blue Jays Laptop Case