After a horrid pitching performance from Carlos Zambrano and middle relief on Sunday, the Cubs prevailed over the Pirates 2-1 Monday afternoon at Wrigley Field. The offense didn't have to muster much behind another solid outing from Sean Marshall. The rookie went 7 innings, gave up 1 earned run on 4 hits and a walk while striking out five. Matt Murton hit the go-ahead RBI single in the 8th to pull the Cubs in front.
They need to forget about the series with the Brewers (who always seem to go on a hitting clinic against Chicago) and concentrate on playing the best month of May possible. I know Dusty doesn't have much to work with off the bench or in the lineup as far as having a regular everyday first basemen. This doesn't mean Todd Walker is suitable for the position until they find another player. He's a decent fielder at second, third, and maybe even short though he's not tall or big enough to play the position.
The club probably needs to grab another minor leaguer from Iowa (AAA) if they're not going to make a trade or sign a potential free agent. This organization cannot procastinate and sit back waiting for Derek Lee to get fully healthy. Today Angel Guzman (0-0) takes the mound opposite Zach Duke (1-2). The Cubs offense could be in for a long day if Duke brings his best heater. If they can get on the board early they should be fine. Guzman will need to have a decent pitching performance if they are to pull out another victory agains the Bucs.
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