Low potassium culprit for Zambrano

[BronxBomberz]

Carlos Zambrano just needs to eat more bananas.

The Cubs right-hander, who had to leave his Opening Day start because of cramps in his forearm, apparently has low levels of potassium.

"He's fine," Cubs manager Lou Piniella said of Zambrano, who is scheduled to make his next start Sunday against Houston. "His potassium level was a little low. I think that was the problem."

The Cubs have had Zambrano see specialists, and the medical staff has taken steps in order to keep him in games longer.

"It's something that shouldn't reoccur," Piniella said.

On Monday, Zambrano was pulled after 6 2/3 innings against the Milwaukee Brewers because of the cramps. What does he need to do?

"Drink water," Zambrano said.

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I hope he's ok

[rockin500]

less caffeine would help too.

he was actually going to be pulled after that inning anyways as he was near his pitch count limit for the game. the rain delays didnt help.

[henks]

eat more bananas, they are full of potassium

[brewersfan19]

I hope he doesnt fall for the banana in the tailpipe.