WATCH: Ian Happ excited to see Cubs fans at Wrigley Field

Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor - 7 hours ago

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ spoke to the media ahead of the Cubs' home opener talking about the difference with multiple opening days for the team, his excitement taking the field and saluting the fans in left field and much more.

Watch the video below:

Video summary/cliff-notes:

(00:00) Happ expresses excitement about returning to Wrigley Field, noting how long the team has been on the road to start the season.

(00:28) He looks forward to reconnecting with left-field fans, mentioning special greetings (like a hat tip) and how some fans were even in spring training.

(00:55) Happ anticipates a packed stadium and a warm reception for new Cubs players like Tucker and Sean in their Wrigley debuts.

(01:25) Reflects on bouncing back from a tough series-ending loss, praising the team’s ability to regroup and win convincingly in Sacramento.

(01:57) Discusses being the longest-tenured Cub at age 30, but emphasizes shared leadership with experienced newcomers like Presley and Justin Turner.

(02:26) Highlights the value of veteran presence in mentoring younger players and sharing past experiences.

(02:40) Talks about facing a strong opponent in the upcoming series, noting the consistency and quality of their lineup, and stresses the importance of doing the little things right.