The Cubs started 2003 well but stumbled after center fielder Corey Patterson injured his knee in June. A little more than two weeks after his injury, Hendry sent prospect Bobby Hill and veteran José Hernández to the Pittsburgh Pirates for a center fielder who could replace Patterson for the remainder of the season, Kenny Lofton.
The Cubs began 2003 well but faltered after center fielder Corey Patterson sustained a knee injury. To address this, general manager Hendry made a trade involving prospect Bobby Hill and veteran José Hernández to acquire center fielder Kenny Lofton.