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Chicago, IL (January 28, 2009) – Comcast SportsNet, the television home for the most comprehensive coverage of the Chicago Cubs in HD, has announced former Cubs and MLB standout Todd Hollandsworth has been named Cubs studio analyst for every edition of Cubs Pre-Game Live and Cubs Post Game Live for the upcoming 2009 MLB season. During the 2008 season, Hollandsworth filled in as Comcast SportsNet’s Cubs studio analyst on numerous occasions for Dan Plesac, who recently left CSN for the MLB Network. In addition to his studio analyst duties, Hollandsworth will also make regular appearances on CSN’s weeknight sports discussion program, Chicago Tribune Live. The announcement was made by Charlie Schumacher, Senior News Director for Comcast SportsNet Chicago.
“Todd’s enthusiasm and knowledge of the game will definitely be major assets to our Cubs studio shows,” said Schumacher. “Todd did a terrific job for us in the past and we’re thrilled to have him on board for what will undoubtedly be another exciting season of Cubs baseball on Comcast SportsNet.”
“This is a tremendous opportunity for me and I thank Comcast SportsNet for making me a part of their team,” said Hollandsworth. “The Cubs are definitely in for another solid season and I look forward to offering viewers my insight on their games throughout the season. To once again be affiliated with the Cubs in this new role is truly a dream come true for me and I can’t wait for the ’09 season to begin.”
Hollandsworth, who played 12 seasons in the Major Leagues, including two for the Cubs in 2004 and 2005, was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round of the 1991 MLB Draft. In his first full season with the Dodgers in 1996, Hollandsworth was named the National League “Rookie of the Year” when he hit .291 with 12 home runs and 59 RBI in 149 games. That season, he led all NL rookies in hits, doubles, home runs, RBI and stolen bases. Hollandsworth was also a member of the 2003 World Series champion Florida Marlins. In his 12-year MLB career, which included stints with the Dodgers, Colorado Rockies, Texas Rangers, Marlins, Cubs, Atlanta Braves, Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds.
