After a splendid long ball explosion earlier this week the Cubs young pitchers couldn't find any answers to shut down the Phillies offense. Another prospect fresh up from the minors, Les Walrond, got his first MLB start as a Cub Wednesday. He didn't fair so well. The lefty lasted 3 innings after giving up 3 hits, 2 earned runs, and 5 walks while striking out 6. I have no idea what Dusty didn't allow him to pitch longer. It's not like he had a high pitch count.
The two runs were accounted for by Aramis Ramirez and Scott Moore (2-for-3), the rest of the lineup was dismal. Usually if Aramis or Jacque doesn't do big damage the lineup doesn't score any more than 3 runs. That has been the story all season long. I'm glad the young prospects have getting valuable Major League experience, several making their debut this year. It's also a little comforting to know the franchise has good talent in the farm system who are beginning to blossom. If necessary they may need to trade some of these potential prospects.
With an off day the Cubs young arms will get some rest and relish the memory of their first Major League game. Then Chicago will finish out the rest of the season traveling on the road to face the Reds again before returning home to meet the Brewers and Rockies. Their chance to win 70 games are getting slim. The magic number is 8 and that will tough, coming down to the final 2 weeks. I say Dusty should let the rookies have their thrills and frills (If all goes well they'll learn how to play better).
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