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 had a strong start in 2003 but struggled after Corey Patterson's knee injury in June.  To fill the void, general manager Hendry traded prospect Bobby Hill and veteran José Hernández to the Pittsburgh Pirates for center fielder Kenny Lofton.