Feeling healthy for the first time in a long time, Cubs starter Rich Harden wants to start at least 30 times this season. "This is the strongest my shoulder's felt," Harden said Saturday. "I'm excited for the start of the season. I'll be ready." Because of Harden's extensive injury history, the Cubs have stated that they are hoping for 25 starts in 2009. "We threw out that number," manager Lou Piniella said of the 25 starts. "He might pitch 32, you never know. We're going to watch his pitch count. We're going to keep him strong. This kid loves to compete, but at the same time we're aware that he's had some physical problems and we're not going to overtax him."