New Chicago Cubs manager Dale Sveum is starting with the basics at the start of Chicago Cubs spring training, and that means a focus on fundamentals. He's even gone so far as to hold a bunting tournament. In the video below, Sveum discusses his philosophy and approach and points out the consequences that can result from fundamental errors.
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Jeff Baker talks about what Sveum has meant to the team so far. The team is also employing the services of a psychologist to work with the players on their mental approach, and Bryan LaHair talks about some of the benefits of that.
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