Cubs’ Jake Arrieta off to good start, but offense is concerning
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The Cubs Talk crew discusses Jake Arrieta's second start of the season and the rotation's quality first week. But should fans be worried about the lack of offense, or is it still too early?
David Kaplan, Tim Stebbins and Gordon Wittenmyer break down the Cubs' first week, whether it's too early to panic about the offense and if there are early signs of things to come for the remainder of the season.
(1:30) - Biggest positive takeaway from the first week of the season
(5:00) - Is it too early to worry about the offense?
(9:30) - Jake Arrieta looks great so far. Can he keep it up?
(15:00) - Biggest concern for the 2021 Cubs
(21:20) - Who will have the most leadoff starts this season?
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