Cubs | C Geovany Soto loses a lot of junk from the trunk

The Associated Press reports Chicago Cubs C Geovany Soto, who dropped 40 pounds in the offseason, appears to have benefited greatly from his upgraded conditioning. “A lot quicker behind home plate, a lot more nimble,” manager Lou Piniella said. “Better bat speed; the ball’s been jumping off his bat. I know he’s worked hard here and hasn’t complained at all about getting tired. He’s in pretty darn good shape.”

Our Instinct:  Buy that man a cheeseburger.  Soto was a huge bust for fantasy leaguers trying to ride his 2008 rookie season into 2009.  The .218-11-47-27-1 line may leave some people gun-shy, while leaving you with an opportunity for a bargain.

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