Being a life long die-hard Cubs fan, I was shocked and surprised when I heard the news of the Cubs signing the #1 free agent on the market. Alfonso Soriano, who is only the third man in major league history to post a 40/40 season, was by far the #1 free agent on the market. His power numbers at the top of the batting order separates him from the rest of the field. He is a dynamic player that provides both speed and power. He shows great hustle on the field and is reportedly one of the hardest workers out there. He is known for being the first one to the ballpark and giving 100% at all times. Cub fans will surely appreciate his passion as well as his production.
This is one of the few times the Cubs have actually followed through on their word. We have heard a lot of talk in the past when there was glaring need to fill a position and the Cubs go out and find a middle of the road guy, in hopes of catching lighting in a bottle. This year, there was a need to add some more power to the line up. Soriano was the #1 free agent, and the Cubs did what they said they would. They went out and the guy they needed. They also sent a message to the fans, that they are willing to do what it takes to bring a winner to the North Side.
I do understand that we still need pitching, but the signing of Soriano is a great step to making the Cubs a contender for years to come.
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