Is Freddy ready?

John Perrotto isn't so sure:

Freddy Sanchez has not played in three weeks because of a sprained right knee. Though the Pirates are painting an optimistic picture of the reigning NL batting champion being ready for the April 2 opener, he isn't so optimistic.

"It's just the same old same old," Sanchez said. "I'm getting frustrated not being out there."

If Freddy's not ready, at least Jason Bay could hit third.