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Lester pokes fun at new CBA for not banning pitcher throws to 1st

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Jon Lester knows when he's not good at something.

The veteran Chicago Cubs left-hander knows how to strike out hitters, get outs, pitch deep into games, and win World Series rings.

But throws to first base? No dice.

Before the clock struck midnight Wednesday, MLB players and owners came to terms on a new five-year collective bargaining agreement. While it addresses a lot of major issues, Lester is upset it didn't aid his biggest need:

It's well known Lester has legitimate issues tossing the ball to first base. For example, here's a look at him bouncing a ball to first on a routine comebacker:

Not only that, but despite staring right at first base, Lester can't throw a pick off to save his life:

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