I understand that the Cubs need a big time player to replace Sammy Sosa in right field ... I do ... but I'm a little worried about this Burnitz pickup for two reasons. First his numbers aren't worth the $4+ million contract. His batting average last year was .283 with a .356 OBP ... not bad except that he was playing in Colorado where curve balls don't curve and home runs don't come back. His batting average is ... well ... average and is On Base Percentage is even more average. Moreover, Burnitz is a certified Cubs Killer which means odds are, he won't play real well in a Cubs uniform.

The good thing about Burnitz is that he can play long ball, which in the absence of Alou and Sosa will be appreciaate. He's a left handed long ball hitter at that ... which gives us a little balance.