Fast forward a little over a month, and Lee has surpassed Berkman by leaps and bounds.

While Berkman’s still getting used to whatever spot in the lineup Cecil Cooper puts him in, whether he’s in front or behind Carlos Lee, Derrek Lee is developing a rhythm in Chi-town.  Of course, it helps when the Indians come to town, but fantasy owners frankly could care less.  Bottom line – he’s producing.

Lee’s currently on a 20-game hitting streak.  Over that stretch, he’s hitting .370 with 6 home runs and 18 RBI.  As long as the Cubs start winning, Lou Piniella’s going to stick with what works: Lee batting cleanup.