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A three run double by Schwindel puts the Cubs ahead 5 - 4.

So far, Schwindel has looked better than decent.  Looking at his minor league stats, I am surprised that the Cubs got him off waivers.  He has been a good contact hitter with at least average or better power over the course of his minor league experience.  The only real knock I see against him, offensively, is that he seldom takes walks.  I haven't seen enough of him to get a firm opinion on his defense, but so far, I can live with what I see.

And Ortega has more than pulled his weight so far, although I can't see him as a long term center fielder.