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          Position battle: Cubs fifth starter

          • AJ Mass, ESPN Staff WriterMar 5, 2015, 11:30 AM ET
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          The top three spots in the Chicago Cubs rotation are all but etched in stone, with the trio of Jon Lester, Jake Arrieta and Jason Hammel on the staff. According to Patrick Mooney of CSN Chicago, the No. 4 pitcher is also a "lock" in the form of Kyle Hendricks.