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Cubs player Kyle Schwarber tosses a clump of hair into the air as he has his head shaved while participating in the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Schwarber, manager Joe Maddon, Anthony Rizzo, and Ben Zobrist were among those who shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.

Cubs player Kyle Schwarber tosses a clump of hair into the air as he has his head shaved while participating in the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Schwarber, manager Joe Maddon, Anthony Rizzo, and Ben Zobrist were among those who shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

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Photos of the Cubs at spring training in 2016.

Cubs manager Joe Maddon has his head shaved during the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Maddon and a group of players shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.

Cubs manager Joe Maddon has his head shaved during the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Maddon and a group of players shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs player Kyle Schwarber has his head shaved as he and other members of the organization participated in the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Schwarber, manager Joe Maddon, Anthony Rizzo, and Ben Zobrist were among those who shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.

Cubs player Kyle Schwarber has his head shaved as he and other members of the organization participated in the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Schwarber, manager Joe Maddon, Anthony Rizzo, and Ben Zobrist were among those who shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo has a laugh while having his head shaved as he and other members of the organization participated in the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Rizzo, manager Joe Maddon, Kyle Schwarber, and Ben Zobrist were among those who shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.

Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo has a laugh while having his head shaved as he and other members of the organization participated in the Respect Bald Fundraiser prior to a preseason game at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Rizzo, manager Joe Maddon, Kyle Schwarber, and Ben Zobrist were among those who shaved their heads to benefit pediatric cancer research and support.  (Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune)

Javier Baez jumps in the air while crossing home plate during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Javier Baez jumps in the air while crossing home plate during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs manager Joe Maddon rests on his bat while watching players during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs manager Joe Maddon rests on his bat while watching players during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Ben Zobrist leaves the field after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Ben Zobrist leaves the field after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kyle Schwarber sits outside after practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kyle Schwarber sits outside after practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Javier Baez gives a thumbs-up after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Javier Baez gives a thumbs-up after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Munenori Kawasaki holds his son after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Munenori Kawasaki holds his son after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Fans wait for players' autographs during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Fans wait for players’ autographs during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo leaves the dugout during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo leaves the dugout during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant gets a drink of water while Anthony Rizzo sits in the dugout during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant gets a drink of water while Anthony Rizzo sits in the dugout during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler changes his shoes while attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler changes his shoes while attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant's glove sits on the ground during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant’s glove sits on the ground during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Joe Maddon drives his van back to the parking lot after bringing it onto the field during practice at spring training in Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Joe Maddon drives his van back to the parking lot after bringing it onto the field during practice at spring training in Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo points up while crossing home plate during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo points up while crossing home plate during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Fans watch Cubs players practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Fans watch Cubs players practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Fans watch Cubs players practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Fans watch Cubs players practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Fans watch Cubs players practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Fans watch Cubs players practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler crosses home plate while running drills during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler crosses home plate while running drills during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler stretches on the ground while other Cubs players listen to manager Joe Maddon during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler stretches on the ground while other Cubs players listen to manager Joe Maddon during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

From left, Addison Russell, Dexter Fowler, and Jason Heyward take a drink while attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

From left, Addison Russell, Dexter Fowler, and Jason Heyward take a drink while attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

From left, Javier Baez talks with Gary Jones during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

From left, Javier Baez talks with Gary Jones during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell picks up his drink before walking to the field during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Addison Russell picks up his drink before walking to the field during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Munenori Kawasaki runs between bases during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Munenori Kawasaki runs between bases during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Joe Maddon drives his van back to the parking lot after bringing it onto the field during practice at spring training in Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Joe Maddon drives his van back to the parking lot after bringing it onto the field during practice at spring training in Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler greets a friend after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler greets a friend after attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

The sun rises over Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

The sun rises over Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant leaves the field after practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant leaves the field after practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Munenori Kawasaki warms up before batting during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Munenori Kawasaki warms up before batting during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Tommy La Stella bats during practice at spring training in Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Tommy La Stella bats during practice at spring training in Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo's glasses sit on the grass during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo’s glasses sit on the grass during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo and Jason Heyward walk on the field during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo and Jason Heyward walk on the field during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler runs into the wall during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler runs into the wall during practice at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kyle Schwarber rides on a golf cart during spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kyle Schwarber rides on a golf cart during spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Joe Maddon walks by his van during spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Joe Maddon walks by his van during spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Munenori Kawasaki fields balls during practice at spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Munenori Kawasaki fields balls during practice at spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant throws the ball during practice at spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant throws the ball during practice at spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant bats during practice at spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant bats during practice at spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jake Arrieta pitches during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz. (

Jake Arrieta pitches during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz. (  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant attends batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Kris Bryant attends batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs players' cleats sit on the ground after practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs players’ cleats sit on the ground after practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Munenori Kawasaki runs drills during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Munenori Kawasaki runs drills during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Batting gloves sin on the ground during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Batting gloves sin on the ground during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs players watch Anthony Rizzo bat during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs players watch Anthony Rizzo bat during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo attends batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo attends batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler waits to field fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler waits to field fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Drew (last name withheld upon request) carries his daughter Kayelyn, 3, while visiting spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Drew (last name withheld upon request) carries his daughter Kayelyn, 3, while visiting spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Juan Perez fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Juan Perez fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Addison Russell fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Rex Brothers fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Rex Brothers fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Anthony Rizzo fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jason Heyward fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Jason Heyward fields fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler points at Ben Zobrist during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler points at Ben Zobrist during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler attempts to catch a fly ball caught by Ben Zobrist during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler attempts to catch a fly ball caught by Ben Zobrist during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Matt Ramirez cleans the pitching mounds during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Matt Ramirez cleans the pitching mounds during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler talks with Ben Zobrist during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler talks with Ben Zobrist during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

From let, Cubs pitchers Jon Lester and John Lackey watch players field fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

From let, Cubs pitchers Jon Lester and John Lackey watch players field fly balls during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jason Heyward snacks on sunflower seeds while attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Jason Heyward snacks on sunflower seeds while attending practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Dexter Fowler attends practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jorge Soler attends batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.

Jorge Soler attends batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Mesa, Ariz.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jorge Soler catches a ball over Munenori Kawasaki during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Jorge Soler catches a ball over Munenori Kawasaki during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler bats during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Dexter Fowler bats during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kyle Schwarber walks between fields during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Kyle Schwarber walks between fields during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

From left, David Slade, 41, and his daughter Madison Slade, 5, watch the Cubs practice, Feb. 26, 2016.

From left, David Slade, 41, and his daughter Madison Slade, 5, watch the Cubs practice, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant signs autographs after practice during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Kris Bryant signs autographs after practice during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs pitcher Pierce Johnson runs of the field during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Cubs pitcher Pierce Johnson runs of the field during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs players walk of the field during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Cubs players walk of the field during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

David Ross signs autographs after practice, Feb. 26, 2016.

David Ross signs autographs after practice, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs players leave the field after warming up during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.

Cubs players leave the field after warming up during spring training, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs pitcher C.J. Edwards jogs in the morning before practice, Feb. 26, 2016.

Cubs pitcher C.J. Edwards jogs in the morning before practice, Feb. 26, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler makes a surprise appearance during spring training after Fowler agreed to a one-year contract, Feb. 25, 2016.

Dexter Fowler makes a surprise appearance during spring training after Fowler agreed to a one-year contract, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

David Ross hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler made a surprise appearance, Feb. 25, 2016.

David Ross hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler made a surprise appearance, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jake Arrieta hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler made a surprise appearance, Feb. 25, 2016.

Jake Arrieta hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler made a surprise appearance, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jason Heyward hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.

Jason Heyward hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.

Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein hugs Dexter Fowler after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler pretends to punch Jason Heyward after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.

Dexter Fowler pretends to punch Jason Heyward after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Anthony Rizzo hugs Dexter Fowler after after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.

Anthony Rizzo hugs Dexter Fowler after after Fowler surprised the team by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Dexter Fowler surprises the Cubs at training camp by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.

Dexter Fowler surprises the Cubs at training camp by announcing he had signed a one-year deal on Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Theo Epstein, Dexter Fowler and Jed Hoyer arrive at Sloan Park on Feb. 25, 2016, with a surprise announcement.

Theo Epstein, Dexter Fowler and Jed Hoyer arrive at Sloan Park on Feb. 25, 2016, with a surprise announcement.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Clayton Richard pitches during batting practice, Feb. 25, 2016.

Clayton Richard pitches during batting practice, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Javier Baez warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Javier Baez warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kyle Schwarber takes off his helmet during batting practice, Feb. 25, 2016.

Kyle Schwarber takes off his helmet during batting practice, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

John Lackey kneels while waiting with other players to meet with manager Joe Maddon, Feb. 24, 2016.

John Lackey kneels while waiting with other players to meet with manager Joe Maddon, Feb. 24, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Ben Zobrist stretches with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Ben Zobrist stretches with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Jason Hammel warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Jason Hammel warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Javier Baez warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Javier Baez warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Hector Rondon warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Hector Rondon warms up with other players during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Cesar Arrecis, 30, watches Cubs players practice during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Cesar Arrecis, 30, watches Cubs players practice during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Barbra Silverman, 68, watches Cubs players practice, Feb. 25, 2016.

Barbra Silverman, 68, watches Cubs players practice, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Members of the grounds crew play on the field during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.

Members of the grounds crew play on the field during spring training, Feb. 25, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Addison Russell fields ground balls during the first full squad workout of spring training, Feb. 24, 2016.

Addison Russell fields ground balls during the first full squad workout of spring training, Feb. 24, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

Kris Bryant talks with third base coach Gary Jones during the first full squad workout of spring training, Feb. 24, 2016.

Kris Bryant talks with third base coach Gary Jones during the first full squad workout of spring training, Feb. 24, 2016.  (Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tribune)

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