The Friendly Confines was actually filled with happy Cub fans today as the long ball played a big part in the win. The lineup churned out 6 homers, scoring 6 runs in the lst inning. Again, I wouldn't have minded seeing the Reds taking this series since they're (or were) in the hunt for the wildcard. Cincy has got some serious catching up to do now. Overall it was a great day for the Cubs. The young guys, Murton, Theriot, and Cedeno had a big day. They slugged 4 homeruns combined and drove in 5 runs. With the win Chicago moves to 61-89 though still in last place in the Central.
Behind back-to-back superb pitching performances from Rich Hill and Carlos Zambrano the Cubs were able to grab 2-of-3 from Cincinnati. Yesterday Hill pitched a complete game shutout, totaling 10 strikeouts. After missing 2 starts because of a sore back Zambrano (15-6) returned to the rotation and wowed the Wrigley crowd with another gem. The Cubs ace pitched 7 innings, allowing 4 hits and 0 earned runs. He made his presence felt with 6 strikeouts and a solo homer. It's his 5th homerun of the season. I think next year Zambrano should be used as a pinch hitter as often as possible.
The offense pounded the ball today, which means they made the right adjustments at the plate yet they faced Eric Milton who had arm stiffness and wasn't his best today. It doesn't matter, either way a win is a win and I know this team will take whatever they can get until October. Derek Lee didn't attend the game Sunday because he had to tend to his ill daughter who's experiencing vision problem in one eye. Best wishes to Lee and his family. We all know he's had a rough summer. Before the Cubs leave for their final road trip they'll host the Phillies starting Monday. This is another team I think deserves to make the playoffs, which sucks that the Cubs have to play them now. Oh well, whatever happens will happen for a reason.
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