Slowly, but surely the Cubs are striving to make their second half worthwhile. I'm still unsatisfied that they didn't sweep the Pirates this weekend. If it wasn't for Zambrano's rough start the outcome could have been different. Then again, the lineup was helpless Friday unable to even to score a run so who knows? Well, with Maddux gone Thank God the young pitching staff is starting to come around. Rich Hill pitched a terrific game today!
The rookie southpaw pitched 7 innings while yielding only one earned run. He also fanned 9 batters. Not too shabby for an inexperienced youngster. How long he can pitch like this though? I still feel another veteran starter is needed in the rotation. Prior and Zambrano aren't enough to help this team finish the year with a decent record. There were chances to pursue the right talent, but like always Cubs managment looks for leftover nobodies.
Coming up short on runs Sunday wasn't a problem for the lineup as Ronnie Cedeno provided the power with a 3-run shot in the 4th inning. The Cubs got an extra insurance late with a sacrifice fly from Angel Pagan. Aramis Ramirez continued his torrid hitting, going 3-for-4 with 2 runs scored. Tomorrow is an off day for the Cubs. They finished the homestand at an 8-3 clip. They really could use a long winning streak as they start their road trip again. They see the Brewers Tuesday for a 3-game bill. Time to get cracking with those bats!
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