James Russell or Thomas Diamond to fill void in rotation

I know what you're saying "Pitching depth is suppose to be a Cubs' strength this season, so much so that the Cubs were able to release last year's surprise starter, Carlos Silva, without blinking an eye. Is this really the best they can come up with?" Yes, it is. For now. James Russell and Thomas Diamond appear to be the best options to fill the remaining starting rotation spot, with one of them likely getting the start next Tuesday. Russell, who was stretched out during the spring and Diamond, who starts Iowa's opener today and will be on his normal 5 days rest next Tuesday, are the most viable options at this time. Pitchers like Chris Carpenter and Jay Jackson have more upside than either Russell or Diamond. However, Carpenter has been converted to a reliever and Jackson is in extended Spring Training, as he recovers from an injury. Other pitchers, such as top pitching prospect, Trey McNutt, still need more time to develop. I wouldn't e...