The Wrigleyville faithful have yet to see a Cubs win at home. After having two days rest fans would think the lineup would be ready and able to be productive. As usual things didn't go the Cubs way Friday afternoon. Carlos Zambrano had an off-game at the mound, but he made up for his mistakes by hitting a homerun and a double, driving in one and scoring two runs. The good feature from this game was the Cubs did score 5 runs, but Zambrano was credited with 6 runs in the 5th inning. That was the difference in the game. The real bad news for Chicago is Aramis Ramirez who is now out with a wrist injury as Ryan Theriot replaced him over at third, going 3-for-5 at the plate with 2 RBIs yesterday.
The most frustrating part of this game was that both Zambrano and Harang pitched 4 innings while the Cubs lineup couldn't spark a rally in late innings to at least force extra innings. Eventually I believe the Cubs will pick the right spots in games and drive these stranded runners home. The stat line on Zambrano was unfortunate: 4 IP, 6 H, 6 ER, 4 BB, 2 SO.
I realize the cold weather is having an effect on playing condition on the field. Still, viewing the talent in this new lineup one would think they'd play much better against their division rivals. Thus far, the 3-6 record proves otherwise. They can snap out of early season funk with a combined team effort...and I hope it's soon. Rich Hill makes his second start today opposite Bronso Arroyo. The young lefty goes for his second win. Go Cubs!
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Is it possible Zambrano could be hurt? He's k's are way down?
I don't know about hurt, but his K's are down because he's walking too many batters and doesn't have crisp control right now.
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